Miami Heights has a quiet lifestyle west of Cincinnati
Miami Heights is a collection of suburban neighborhoods with plenty of modern housing options. Directly east of the village of Cleves and 25 minutes west of downtown Cincinnati, this area is growing as a bedroom community. It's on the edge of urban sprawl, where there are fewer shopping options but a quieter pace of life. "As Glenway Avenue started to get busier and busier, some of my clients started to look farther west for a place with more space to spread out," says Realtor Brian Leisgang, the team leader of The Leisgang Group with Keller Williams Advisors. "The Miami Heights area is appealing because it's right in the center of golf courses and parks, and it's got some newer subdivisions."
A mix of old and new suburban neighborhoods
Miami Heights is home to several distinct neighborhoods. Some are older, with midcentury ranches and bi-level homes shaded under mature trees. Others are newer, with fresh sidewalks and uniform rows of New Traditional homes on sunny lawns. A few communities have homeowners' associations.
Homes from the mid-1900s typically range from $200,000 to $300,000. Properties built after 1990 go between $350,000 and $600,000. Condominium communities have units ranging from $200,000 to $420,000. "We get a lot of clients looking here in the $300,000 to $600,000 range, especially in the newer areas," Leisgang says. "There are not a lot of options in that price range in Bridgetown and Green Township, so people look at Miami Heights."
Both the Ohio River and the Great Miami River have flooded in the past, but most properties are outside major flood zones.
All three public schools are housed in one modern building
Students may attend Three Rivers Elementary School, rather a B-plus from Niche. Taylor Middle gets a B, and Taylor High School gets a B-plus. In addition to AP courses, high schoolers can take College Credit Plus classes, which offer college-level coursework and credit from local universities. All three schools are located in the same building, which was built in 2011 — offering more modern infrastructure than some nearby school districts.
Nearby golf courses and hiking at Mitchell Memorial Forest
Both Aston Oaks Golf Club and Neumann Golf Course are open to the public. Neumann is the larger course, but Aston Oaks has a clubhouse with a restaurant. "It's a big pull to have both golf courses nearby," Leisgang says. "Some of the most expensive homes in the area are right around Aston Oaks." Three Rivers Swim Club is a member-only pool within the neighborhoods, and there is a waitlist to get in.
Directly north, Mitchell Memorial Forest spans over 1,500 acres with hiking, mountain biking and fishing opportunities. Picnic tables and grills make it a popular spot for outdoor gatherings. About 5 miles away, Edgewater Motor Sports Park is the only drag race facility in the Cincinnati area, with events for all skill levels.
Local restaurants and a small grocery on Bridgetown Road
A shopping center along Bridgetown Road has a few restaurants, a pet store and Sullivan's Family Foods, a small family-owned grocery store. Scorecard is a friendly neighborhood sports bar, Wild Mike's is known for its chicken wings, and Regina Bakery makes its donuts fresh every morning. A bit farther down the road, there's a local pharmacy and a small gas station. But for any larger options, locals have to drive for several miles. There's a Kroger 5 miles away, and the small village of Cleves has a few restaurants and a public library. About 15 minutes east, Glenway Avenue has extensive retail options, including Target and Home Depot.
Rentable facilities at a local church and township community center
Crossroads West Side Church is a large congregation with a full-service gym and meeting spaces that locals can reserve. The church holds regular events, notably the West Side Fireworks Day in August, which features live music, food trucks and an evening fireworks show. The neighborhood is also home to the Miami Township Community Center, which has rentable event facilities.
Downtown Cincinnati is about 25 minutes away
There's no public transportation in Miami Heights, so locals rely on cars to get around. Downtown Cincinnati is just over 15 miles away via Interstate 74 or River Road, which takes scenic turns along the Ohio River. The commute typically takes about 25 minutes. It's 20 miles to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, and the closest hospital is TriHealth Group Health – Western Ridge, a 7-mile drive. "People who commute to Indiana might also choose this spot because it gets them a bit closer in that direction," Leisgang says.
Written By
Catherine Lashley
