Mount Adams
Suburban Neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio
Hamilton County 45202
City living in compact rowhomes, new construction
A mix of Victorian and modern architecture, colorful rowhomes are the defining feature of this neighborhood. “Mount Adams is probably the most San Francisco-like area in the Midwest, both from a hillside standpoint and an architectural standpoint,” says Lee Robinson, one of the area’s top Realtors for more than 30 years. “Most are narrow on 25-foot lots, and some have been wonderfully renovated.” Built in the late 1800s, they typically have three bedrooms and two stories. Depending on their age and square footage, they range from $400,000 to $700,000. New construction typically has three bedrooms, too, but they range from one to three million. Their price tag usually includes city and river views, though. They’re in the northern and southern portions of the neighborhood, and developers continue to build these properties throughout the 2020s. Some apartment buildings are on the neighborhood’s west side, and renters make up a majority of the market.
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Historic traditions in this community
In addition to year-round meetups and smaller events, residents have over 15 community-wide festivals. One of these is December’s Reindog Parade, an assembly of dogs and their owners led by Santa Claus himself. “It’s a big deal, and it takes over Mount Adams,” says Realtor Lee Robinson with Robinson Sotheby’s International. “There’ll be hundreds of pets in regalia dressed to the nines.” Continuing a Saint Patrick’s Day tradition, neighbors steal the lucky statue and parade him down the hill from Immaculata. Thousands of people across the city will ascend the church’s steps on Good Friday to “pray the steps” as well. Local bars and restaurants are frequent sponsors of traditions like November’s Beaujolais Noveau, where residents celebrate with torches and taste the first French wine of the season. In addition to their annual neighborhood clean-up, the Mount Adams Beautification Association plants and tends community gardens, and National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships through local food and drink.Mount Adams Bar and Grill, Brick Pop-Up Shops
Mount Adams might not be as busy as downtown proper, but its restaurants and shops are walkable along Pavilion Street. Dating back to the Prohibition era, Mount Adams Bar and Grill is an old-timey tavern with charm — tile floors, a wood bar and a sign that reads “No Sniveling.” The Blind Lemon is nearby for a dimly lit cocktail, and the Bow Tie Café specializes in breakfast. Down the hill, the Montgomery Inn Boathouse serves ribs with river views. Walking east into neighboring Pendleton, Brick Pop-Up Shops has rotating vendors, and High St. Boutique has London-inspired home décor. Downtown has a bunch of other shops and restaurants, and it’s about a mile west on the Columbia Parkway.
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Close to Eden Park’s botanical gardens and theaters
Cincinnatians know Eden Park for its hillside views of the Ohio River, and Mount Adams residents are just south of it. This green space has over 180 acres of multiuse fields and walking trails, but it’s also home to a 19th-century fire station and a pond called Mirror Lake. Near this lake, the Cincinnati Art Museum holds a 67,000-piece collection, and Playhouse in the Park has year-round shows. On the north side of the park, Krohn Conservatory is a botanical garden with six floral houses, and its butterfly show draws a lot of visitors in the spring. T.M. Berry International Friendship Park is another park along the river; its paths feature colorful flags and modern sculptures. To watch some professional baseball, Great American Ball Park is about 2 miles west, and it’s the home of the Cincinnati Reds.
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Walk, bike and drive Mount Adams
While the hills might discourage some walkers, many homes in Mount Adams are less than five blocks from Pavilion Street restaurants. Eden Park has a Red Bike station for rentals, and Metro One bus routes lead right into downtown. For access to northern suburbs or to get across the Ohio River, Interstate 471 is on the neighborhood’s southwest side. The Columbia Parkway — otherwise known as Route 50 — runs along the east side of Mount Adams, and it goes to other communities on the river. Interstate 71 weaves through downtown and leads 15 miles west to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
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Taft Elementary and top-rated Walnut Hills High
William H. Taft Elementary is about a mile north of Mount Adams, and it serves kindergarten through fifth grade. This school has a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1, better than the national average of 15 to 1, and Niche gives it a C-minus. It was one of 21 public schools to receive a federal grant in 2024, which will go to security cameras and other measures. For grades six through 12, students can travel about 3 miles north to Walnut Hills High. Niche ranks it the third-best public middle school in Cincinnati and gives it an A-plus. Because of these high ratings, many families want to send their children here, and attendance is over 2,500. Admission is open to any students who score in the 70th percentile of the Iowa Test, a standardized test given every year.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Megan Mull
Megan Mull
eXp Realty
(513) 650-7793
28 Total Sales
1 in Mount Adams
$180,000 Price
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Ana Garzon Llerena
Ana Garzon Llerena
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 540-1485
11 Total Sales
1 in Mount Adams
$915,000 Price
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Jamie Hurtubise
Jamie Hurtubise
Keller Williams Advisors
(513) 854-0300
205 Total Sales
2 in Mount Adams
$695K - $852K Price Range
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Jeff Rosa
Jeff Rosa
eXp Realty
(513) 866-8760
77 Total Sales
1 in Mount Adams
$780,000 Price
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Maria Walley
Maria Walley
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 854-0440
132 Total Sales
1 in Mount Adams
$825,000 Price
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Todd Blersch
Todd Blersch
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 866-7490
75 Total Sales
2 in Mount Adams
$645K - $800K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Fido Field
- Dog Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Eden Park
Playground at Eden Park
- Playground
Krohn Conservatory
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Twin Lakes
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mount Adams | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mount Adams Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Adams, Cincinnati sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Adams, Cincinnati over the last 12 months is $645,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$772,500
Median Sale Price
$645,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$991,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,797,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$359
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
454
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1890
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,597
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,731
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,338
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
972
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
600
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 13 - 5pm
$1,400,000
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,561 Sq Ft
- 502 Baum St
Luxury and tranquility meet in this captivating Mt. Adams showplace highlighting panoramic city & river views and an unsurpassed setting overlooking an attractive neighborhood park. Tax Abatement. Elevator. Minutes to downtown and entertainment districts. Elegant and immaculate entertaining spaces are light-filled and inviting. High ceilings, hardwood flooring, custom built-ins, 3 gas fireplaces.
Lee Robinson Robinson Sotheby's Internat'l
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$900,000
- Land
- 4,399 Sq Ft Lot
- 1112 Fuller St
Double flat lot 50ft x 90ft with potential for fantastic city / river views. There is currently a 4 unit rental building on the lot.
Jamie HurtubiseKeller Williams Advisors(513) 463-1772 -
$1,200,000
- 2,562 Sq Ft
- 399 Oregon St
Experience the best of city living with this beautifully maintained 3-unit building, featuring Panoramic River View's and City views, and modern updates throughout. Each unit offers stylish finishes and comfortable layouts, perfect for tenants or owner-occupants alike. Located in a highly convenient location close to shopping, dining, and transit. This property is a rare opportunity with
Jeff RosaeXp Realty(513) 998-6985 -
$1,389,900
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 1000 Paradrome St
- New 3 days ago
Completed in 2024 and One of the very last Unlimited Platinum 15-year Tax Abated LEED home. Est $25k/year in prop tax savings! Located in Mt Adams, this 4-fin-level custom home by Ashford Homes has an integral 2-car gar w/an internal elec car charger. Enjoy 10' 1st floor ceilings with an open floorplan design. The designer kitchen has top-shelf Amish handcrafted & hand painted Grabill cabinets,
Donna Deaton RE/MAX Victory + Affiliates
Homes for Rent
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$2,800 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,184 Sq Ft
- 964 Pavilion St
- Unit ID1056076P
- Cincinnati, OH
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$1,950 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 989 Paradrome St
- Cincinnati, OH
Great 2 bedroom - 1 bath first floor condo for rent in the heart of Mt Adams. Recently updated bath with walk-in shower. New laminate floors thru out & tiled kitchen. Google home system for lights + thermostat. Side by side newer washer-dryer closet. Great deck to enjoy morning & evenings surrounded by quaint fenced yard decorated with bistro lights. Private entrance with keyless entry and smart
Carl Tuke Sibcy Cline, Inc.
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$1,850 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 861 Sq Ft
- 962 Pavilion St
- Unit ID1056103P
- Cincinnati, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,714
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,947
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$143,443
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
76.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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