Blue Jay
Neighborhood in Harrison, Ohio
Hamilton County 45002
A mix of midcentury homes and modern subdivisions
There’s a mix of midcentury ranch-style houses and new construction in Blue Jay. Homes built between the 1950s and ‘60s typically sell for between $175,000 and $300,000, whereas New Traditional homes with multi-car garages are often priced higher, selling for between $400,000 and $500,000. Community association fees come with landscaping services and access to neighborhood playgrounds. In some parts of Blue Jay, residents still enjoy multiple acres; there’s space for off-roading vehicles, hunting trails and fishing ponds. Properties like these can sell for upwards of $500,000.Hiking, boating and golf in Miami Whitewater Forest
The neighborhood is bordered by the Miami Whitewater Forest, part of the Great Parks system. “Miami Whitewater was founded in the mid-1950s, and now It’s over 4,600 acres. We’ve slowly been adding on land,” explains Fogle. There are several hiking and biking trails, an 80-acre man-made lake and campgrounds. Visitors can rent pontoon boats and kayaks to take out onto the water, and fishermen cast off from the banks of Miami Whitewater Forest Lake. The park’s golf course is open to the public. In May, visitors come to town for the Pollinator Festival and 5K. The day-long event has live music and vendors, and in the past, it’s also included an immersive butterfly exhibit. Fogle describes how “the butterflies fly around, and sometimes they even land on your fingertips.” Other events include Spark in the Dark, a festival of lights on the water, and a winter hike series in January. “Sometimes there’s several feet of snow on the ground, and we do it anyway,” says Fogle.Pathways at Henry Harrison High School
Students are incorporated into the Southwest Local School District, where Miami Whitewater Elementary School and Harrison Middle School both have B-minus grades from Niche. William Henry Harrison High School earns a C-plus, and there are more than 10 career pathways, including business and hospitality, biomedical science and computer science. According to Fogle, more than 100 field trip groups, including many from the Southwest Local School District, visit Miami Whitewater Forest every year.Blue Jay is divided by Interstates 74 and Interstate 275
The neighborhood is intersected by Interstates 74 and 275, and commuters can reach Cincinnati in less than 25 minutes, depending on traffic. The larger city is about 20 miles away. Harrison’s small airport is primarily used by Cincinnati State aviation students, but the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has dozens of nonstop destinations to choose from. For medical care, Mercy Health—Harrison Medical Center is about 5 miles away.Harrison Pike dive bars and nearby shopping districts
Locals can meet for beers, pizza or hoagies at Dew Drop Inn on Harrison Pike. The bar and grill also hosts trivia and karaoke nights. For buffets and chain restaurant options, a Home Depot, and Kroger for groceries, shoppers drive to Harrison’s central business district about 4 miles away. Some of Fogle’s go-to local restaurants include The Big Greek Café and Nick’s Restaurant.
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Sara Caskey
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sandra Wethington
Sandra Wethington
eXp Realty, LLC
(513) 586-2852
251 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$540,000 Price
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Helena Cameron
Helena Cameron
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
(513) 952-8574
306 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$175,000 Price
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Seth Daugherty
Seth Daugherty
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
(513) 657-2699
39 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$228,500 Price
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John Durso
John Durso
Responds QuicklyComey & Shepherd
(513) 813-2484
200 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$285,000 Price
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Jessica Bauer
Jessica Bauer
Responds QuicklyComey & Shepherd REALTORS
(513) 813-2717
281 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$207,500 Price
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Adam Sanregret
Adam Sanregret
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Advisors
(513) 854-8576
199 Total Sales
1 in Blue Jay
$420,050 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Blue Jay | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blue Jay Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Jay, Harrison sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Jay, Harrison over the last 12 months is $399,450, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$395,900
Median Sale Price
$399,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
348
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,839
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,314
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$350,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,836 Sq Ft
- 8692 Harrison Ave
- New 27 days ago
Lovely 4-bedroom brick ranch with a bonus multi-purpose bungalow for additional living space. Be welcomed into the home to an inviting living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace. Then move into the spacious dine-in kitchen with plenty of usable living space for family gatherings and a walkout to alfresco dining on the private deck. The lower level also boasts a finished entertainment room
Tim Chapman Coldwell Banker Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,141
Median Age
41
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,606
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,580
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
20.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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