North Fairmount
Fixer-uppers and updated historic homes draw first-time buyers
Along its quiet, gently rolling streets, porch steps that are traced with minimal lawn line well-worn sidewalks, and places of worship tuck in between residences. Two-story 1920s row houses with Italianate and Victorian details either show their age or are updated with bright trim and window awnings. Craftsman-style bungalows with covered porches and narrow, two-story American folk-style homes add to the housing mix. Anne Doran, Realtor with Comey and Shepherd, says, “In North Fairmount, you have homes that are move-in ready and others that need some remodeling. And you also have homes that need to be completely redone down to the studs.” Pricing is attractive to first-time buyers, ranging from $65,000 to around $150,000. “I always tell homebuyers considering a new neighborhood to do their research. Look at crime statistics in an area or what buildings are being refurbished or what new businesses are moving into the area,” Doran says. “There are neighborhoods nearby like Price Hill and others on the south side of the west side, that when developers and businesses started investing, it really turned around.”Students attend Cincinnati schools, with a standout arts option
Public schools are in the Cincinnati Public Schools system, which Niche gives a B-minus grade. Kids can attend Rees E. Price Elementary through sixth grade and then head to their CPS high school of choice for grades seven through 12. Niche gives both Rees E. Price Elementary and North Fairmount’s Dater High School a C grade. Students can also apply by audition to attend the School for Creative and Performance Arts, which earns a B from Niche. In 2022, the SCPA earned U.S. News Best High School status, ranking nationally in the top 40% of high schools.New parks blend recreation with eco-friendly design
North Fairmount’s central attraction is the new Lick Run Greenway, stretching between and under freeways that are lined with vintage multistory buildings and forest buffer. Pedestrian bridges allow access to more than a mile of paved walking trails meandering past basketball courts and playscapes. In 2015, the MSD also installed two rain gardens between Linden and Beekman streets, using native plants, gravel and soils to absorb and clean stormwater. Designed to complement the surrounding natural beauty, the gardens are unfenced and open to the public. They should, however, be treated with caution during storms as they can hold several inches of rain. Residents also enjoy a playground and paved and natural walking trails at St. Clair Heights, found at the elevated end of Fairmount Avenue.Retail options include mini-marts and al fresco restaurants
While you won’t find fine dining or large-name grocers right within North Fairmount’s streetscapes, residents can pick up convenience groceries at local mini-marts and reach a Walmart Supercenter just 5 miles west. Nearby, Camp Washington Chili is a favorite go-to for spicy bowls, and a few miles south in East Price Hill, locals can dine al fresco with a sweeping Cincinnati skyline view at Incline Public House.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cindy Shetterly
Cindy Shetterly
Keller Williams Realty Services
(513) 866-3124
1,966 Total Sales
1 in North Fairmount
$142,000 Price
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Gina Dubell-Smith
Gina Dubell-Smith
eXp Realty
(513) 854-9142
270 Total Sales
1 in North Fairmount
$132,000 Price
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Lori Williams
Lori Williams
Lohmiller Real Estate
(513) 854-1258
93 Total Sales
1 in North Fairmount
$100,000 Price
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Larry Pauly
Larry Pauly
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 657-2765
54 Total Sales
1 in North Fairmount
$6,500 Price
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Seth Daugherty
Seth Daugherty
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
(513) 657-2699
42 Total Sales
1 in North Fairmount
$130,000 Price
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Diana Navarro Pantoja
Diana Navarro Pantoja
Huff Realty
(513) 586-5592
26 Total Sales
2 in North Fairmount
$37K - $189K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Valley Park
- Playground
St Clair Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Lick Run Greenway and South Fairmount Playground
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Glenway Woods Nature Preserve
- Trails
- Hiking
Dyer Recreation Area
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
McMicken Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Fairmount | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Fairmount Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Fairmount, Cincinnati sell after 126 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Fairmount, Cincinnati over the last 12 months is $565,000, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$603,740
Median Sale Price
$565,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$565,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$411
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
359
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,366
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,834
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$674,900
- 8,498 Sq Ft
- 2568 Beekman St
- New 2 days ago
Located in North Fairmount area, 8 residential units & one commercial. Just minutes from I-74, I-75, and downtown Cincinnati. This highly visible mixed-use corner property sits along a key commercial corridor with public transit access, making it attractive to both residential and retail tenants. The location benefits from its close proximity to Downtown Cincinnati, hospitals, and colleges, which
Erin Tarantino Coldwell Banker Realty
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$54,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,097 Sq Ft
- 1623 Sutter Ave
- New 9 days ago
Investor special or great opportunity to make it your own! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath 2 Story home in Fairmount features a full walkout basement and loads of potential. Spacious layout with plenty of natural light. Front Porch. Home is in need of repairs and updates, bring your vision and creativity. Sold AS IS. Don't miss this chance to build equity in a convenient location!
Gigi Dales Plum Tree Realty
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$95,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,000 Sq Ft
- 1721 Sutter Ave
- New 16 days ago
Great addition to your rental portfolio , fully remodeled , new floor , appliances , HVAC ,laundry hook ups , Paint etc. Value Add : Basement could be potential another bedroom .Currently rented with long term tenant in place.
Raj Garu Fortune Vine Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,293
Median Age
33
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,756
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,426
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.2%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
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®
9
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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