West Monfort Heights
Midcentury properties and newer constructions
Along the residential streets, 1950s ranch-style homes stretch beneath low-pitched roofs, and 1940s Cape Cods stand out for their complimentary dormer windows. These midcentury houses, abundant in the area, typically occupy quarter-acre lots. A selection of Tudors, known for their angular wood paneling and a few stately, symmetrical colonials, are also scattered in the neighborhood, and some streets feature the neighborhood’s newest homes, built in the 1990s and 2000s, which commonly sit on three-quarter-acre lots. These options experiment with steep-sloping roofs and stone accents. Properties here go for anywhere from upwards of $150,000 for a smaller single-story home to nearly $500,000 for a larger, more decorative home. Some streets feature sidewalks, and minimal traffic inside this residential community means that residents can walk on the street in the areas without sidewalks. Attached garages are common in the area, and tall, decorative trees line streets that often spread into cul-de-sacs, complementing the green of the spacious lawns and adding to the peaceful nature of this community.
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Colorful West Fork Park and the nearby Mt. Airy Forest
For a day spent outside, the colorful and creative 12-acre West Fork Park is a popular spot that brings people from across the city together. “I love to go there. It’s one of Cincinnati’s most unique parks,” Stoughton says. A gridwork of colorful panels that create a rainbow maze and a treehouse-like playground make this park a hotspot for children. A short hill allows for underground tunnels and sloping metal slides. Sometimes, people come to the park with flattened cardboard boxes in hand to head down the metal slides and steep turf ramps. Nearby, the 1459-acre Mt. Airy Forest offers visitors everything from a disc golf course to a wheelchair-accessible public treehouse, which has become especially popular among picnickers. Locals can walk on trails that wind through the man-made forest’s hardwood and evergreens. Hunters help control the deer population by grabbing their bows and arrows during hunting season.
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Retail spots and restaurants on the eastern border
A cluster of restaurants and retail shops sit along North Bend Road, which forms the community's eastern border. North Bend Crossing Shopping Center is home to a Kroger and the famous Cincinnati chain Skyline Chili. Patrons at Thai Namtip can enjoy a catalog of colorful dishes like papaya salad amid an interior filled with leafy pathos plants. Just next door, locals grab American comfort food at Tavern on the Bend, an establishment best known for its selection of mac and cheese dishes, which include a monthly special. Popular among patrons is the chicken and jalapeno option named after the “Kill Bill” star Uma Thurman. To get their shopping in, many locals here head to the nearby Kenwood Towne Centre, which is less than 20 miles away via Interstate 74.
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Northwest Local School District
Students can enroll in the Northwest Local School District. They’ll be zoned for Monfort Heights Elementary School, which receives a B rating on Niche and is ranked in the top 10% of public elementary schools for diversity. The elementary school is right by the Monfort Branch Public Library, giving kids here easy access to the latest releases. They can then head to C-rated White Oak Middle School, which serves over 700 students and boasts a teacher-student ratio of 18-to-1. They can then attend B-minus-rated Colerain High School. The high school is in the top 11% for best high schools for athletes in Ohio, and its Butler Tech Programs allows students to enroll in career pathways. Private school options, like A-rated Ignatius of Loyola School and A-minus-rated La Salle High School, are also available.
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Cincinnati’s main attractions
Residents in West Monfort Heights can take I-74 to get to some of the city's most popular destinations, many of which are in or along the route to downtown Cincinnati. Football lovers put on their orange and black attire and head to the Paycor Stadium to watch the Cincinnati Bengals play, while baseball fans can adorn themselves in red to watch the Cincinnati Reds play at the Great American Ball Park. The recently built TQL stadium houses the city's soccer team, FC Cincinnati. Lots of people here spend their days off at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. It hosts a Halloween trick-or-treat event and has a holiday light show during the winter months. The continuously operating Finlay Market is the place to go to enjoy local flavors, seasonal produce and specialty events.
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Important to Know: Commutes and more
West Monfort Heights is a car-dependent area, but locals can also take advantage of Metro routes. Many people here commute to downtown Cincinnati for work, which is around 11 miles away via I-74 and Interstate 75. The downtown area is home to some of the area’s biggest employers, like Procter & Gamble and the Great American Insurance Group. Other nearby employers include TriHealth Group Health-Western Ridge, which is just west of this community, and the University of Cincinnati, which is just around 8.5 miles away via I-74. Those who want to explore other cities can take the 22.5-mile drive via I-75 to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Megan Mull
Megan Mull
eXp Realty
(513) 650-7793
33 Total Sales
1 in West Monfort Heights
$230,000 Price
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Sandra Wethington
Sandra Wethington
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(513) 586-2852
256 Total Sales
5 in West Monfort Heights
$135K - $214K Price Range
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Cindy Shetterly
Cindy Shetterly
Keller Williams Realty Services
(513) 866-3124
1,965 Total Sales
3 in West Monfort Heights
$130K - $185K Price Range
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Mark Schwab
Mark Schwab
OwnerLand Realty, Inc.
(513) 586-5203
51 Total Sales
1 in West Monfort Heights
$190,000 Price
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Michael Tekulve
Michael Tekulve
TREO Realtors
(513) 650-6460
49 Total Sales
1 in West Monfort Heights
$235,000 Price
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Dustin Walters
Dustin Walters
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 796-5787
106 Total Sales
1 in West Monfort Heights
$345,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mount Airy Forest
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
Veterans Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
West Fork Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Monfort Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 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 | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Monfort Heights Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
859
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1976
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,149
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,100
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,287
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,127
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$625,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 4,102 Sq Ft
- 5251 W Fork Rd
- New 6 days ago
Discover over 4100 sq ft of finished living space in the custom-built ranch in Green Twp. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bath, two home offices and dual laundry rooms, this home is thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle. The open concept layout shines with high end finishes, detailed trim work and custom built-ins. A rare Christmas closet adds practical luxury, and the sprawling finished
Monika Deroussel eXp Realty
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$329,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,296 Sq Ft
- 4491 W Fork Rd
Completely updated 3 bed, 2 bath home on 0.52 acres in Green Township with a 2 car garage! This beautifully renovated property features all new lighting, flooring, and bathrooms throughout. Brand new HVAC! The kitchen is completely brand new including cabinets, countertops, and stainless steel appliances and opens to a bright living and dining area. A finished basement with full bath offers
Najwa Altai Plum Tree Realty
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$699,999
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 4,102 Sq Ft
- 5251 W Fork Rd
Discover over 4100 sq ft of finished living space in the custom-built ranch in Green Twp. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bath, two home offices and dual laundry rooms, this home is thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle. The open concept layout shines with high end finishes, detailed trim work and custom built-ins. A rare "Christmas closet" adds practical luxury, and the sprawling finished
Monika Deroussel eXp Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,704
Median Age
49
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,375
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$105,040
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
46.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 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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