City Center
Suburban Neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio
Hamilton County 45202
Walkable city neighborhood blanketed with condominiums
Hiding behind century-old Italianate exteriors, homebuyers will find many luxury condos that include chic interiors with spacious floorplans. Condos have sold for between $220,000 and $950,000. Sidewalks are in front of every building, making walking from place to place easy. That’s backed up by City Center’s 96 out of 100 Walk Score. As for crime, the CAP Index gave the neighborhood a 9 out of 10 Crime Score, significantly higher than the national average.Space to spread out
Residents can catch the city’s best smells at Lytle Park. Displaying a floral panorama, visitors will find colorful plants in bloom every season, such as tulips in the spring and chrysanthemums in the fall. While there, visitors can check out the 11-foot-tall bronze statue of President Lincoln. Piatt Park sits between two granite reflecting pools, where people can sit on a bench and relax in the shade as they listen to water fountains. Smale Park is the perfect spot for residents with children with a carousel and sprayground. Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove hosts a variety of events. For more active residents, Smale Riverfront Park and Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove are connected by the Ohio River Trail, which is perfect for a run or bike ride with a view of the river.Students attend Cincinnati Public Schools
Although no public schools exist in City Center, the area is zoned for the Cincinnati Public School District. The fastest-growing district in the state, it offers a citywide magnet school program that lets parents choose their child’s educational institution. Students may start at Hays-Porter School, a Pre-K through sixth-grade institution that earned a C grade from Niche. From there, students may move on to Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School, which earned a C-minus grade from Niche. Robert A. Taft is known for its impressive athletics, including its basketball team, which has won two Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships over the past 15 years. As for private school options, residents can send their children to nearby Aldersgate Christian Academy, which serves kindergarten through 12th grade and earned a B grade from Niche.Cincinnati’s art, history and culture options
Residents can explore the city’s art and culture scene. The Taft Theatre is a nearly century-old performance art center that hosts Broadway shows, concerts and special events. A few blocks away is the Taft Museum of Art, a gallery filled with European and American master paintings, Chinese porcelains and French Renaissance enamels. Art fanatics can swing by the Contemporary Arts Center to learn about new developments in architecture, sculpture and photography. Residents can also learn something new at the Duke Energy Center, which hosts annual trade expos like the Ford Cincinnati Boat Show, Sport and Travel Show, Bridalrama, and Cincy Brewfest. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center provides its visitors with a look into the past of the Underground Railroad. The center does guided tours and hosts groups.Walkable for many commuters
City Center is the perfect spot for residents who work downtown as it’s walkable from the heart of this neighborhood. Commuters who need to go elsewhere in the area for work can utilize the countless Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority bus system stops in the neighborhood. Those looking to catch a flight can head to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is 13 miles away. Medical attention can be found at St Elizabeth Covington Hospital, 3 miles away.From Italian at Sotto to tacos outside at Nada
For luxury dining and authentic Italian pasta, residents can head to Sotto, a basement restaurant surrounded by exposed brick and fine wines. “You can’t go wrong with Sotto,” Shetterly says. “It’s to die for. You have to get the beignets for dessert.” Customers at Nada can take their dinner outside. Nada is a Mexican restaurant known for its elaborate tacos, including ingredients like grilled mahi and pork belly. After dinner, some head over to The View at Shires’ Garden, a rooftop bar with a wide selection of craft beers and wine. For groceries, residents can stop by Kroger off Walnut Street.Paycor Stadium and Great American Ballpark
Residents have access to plenty of sporting events within the neighborhood boundaries. Paycor Stadium, home of the Cincinnati Bengals and Great American Ballpark, home of the Cincinnati Reds, are in City Center. Heritage Bank Center is also in the neighborhood, hosting events from WWE Smackdown to concerts.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sandra Wethington
eXp Realty, LLC
(513) 586-2852
231 Total Sales
2 in City Center
$280K - $290K Price Range
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Maria Walley
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 854-0440
132 Total Sales
1 in City Center
$575,000 Price
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Martha Leach
Responds QuicklyHuff Realty - Florence
(513) 407-5724
88 Total Sales
1 in City Center
$310,900 Price
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Andrew Nichols
Bowling & Kugler Realty
(513) 898-0298
60 Total Sales
1 in City Center
$480,000 Price
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Patrick Lach
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
(513) 952-8835
95 Total Sales
1 in City Center
$325,000 Price
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Terri Cofskey
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 854-3766
69 Total Sales
1 in City Center
$295,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | City Center | US |
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Homicide | 5 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
Robbery | 8 | 4 |
Burglary | 10 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
Larceny | 10 | 4 |
Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
City Center Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in City Center, Cincinnati sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in City Center, Cincinnati over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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