Park Hills has conveniences, recreation and charming homes
Park Hills is a mostly residential community with some well-rated private schools and a notable offering of English-influenced homes. The city of about 3,000 is also located off Interstate 71, which provides a direct path to downtown Cincinnati. “It’s very charming, very quiet and truly, truly a bedroom community,” says Teresa Gillum, a Realtor with eXp Realty. “In that whole area, you’re so close to downtown [Cincinnati], but you feel that you’re in a little community so far away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Cincinnati. That is one of the biggest pulls for that community.” Additionally, Park Hills borders Devou Park, which spans over 700 acres and includes a museum and golf course among its attractions. “That’s a big pull for Park Hills because that course sits right in the community, as well,” Gillum says.
Homes show classic and modern styles
Mature trees surround many homes built between the early 20th century and the 2000s. Park Hills has many Tudor Revival homes with details like half-timbered framing, partial stone and stucco siding and latticed windows. Other styles include Colonial Revival, Greek Revival, ranch-style and Cape Cod. The new and gated Park Pointe community has upscale New Traditional and contemporary homes, some of which provide overlooking views of downtown Cincinnati. Homes about 2,000 square feet or less sell roughly between $110,000 and $390,000. Many larger homes go from about $420,000 to $690,000, while a few modern luxury homes cost just under $1 million. Also, just under half of the city rents.
Devou Park offers outdoor activities, scenic views and history
Devou Park is the area’s leading outdoor destination. Activities on its hilly grounds range from nature walks through the forest to rounds of golf on the public, 18-hole Devou Park Golf Course. Hikers may reach an overlook providing sweeping views of the Cincinnati skyline and the surrounding Northern Kentucky suburbs. Other park attractions include live music at the Band Shell, which looks like a smaller version of the Hollywood Bowl. The Behringer-Crawford Museum has miniature models and exhibits showcasing the region’s culture and history.
Park Hills has well-rated public and private schools
Kenton County School District serves the city and gets a B-plus from Niche. Students may start at Fort Wright Elementary, which receives an A-minus. Students may then go to Turkey Foot Middle and Dixie Heights High, both of which get B-plus grades. The city also has Covington Catholic High School, which gets an A-minus. “It always does really well in state programs and sports,” Gillum says. Covington’s football team finished as state runner-up in 2023. The city’s other private school is the all-girls Notre Dame Academy, which serves eighth to 12th graders and receives an A-minus grade. Notre Dame Academy’s accolades include a 99% scholarship offer rate among its graduates, according to the school’s website.
Reality Tuesday Cafe is Park Hills’ only restaurant and serves gourmet
Reality Tuesday Cafe is Park Hills’ only restaurant and serves gourmet coffee, sandwiches, soups and desserts like carrot cake and ice cream. Otherwise, many go to neighboring Covington’s historic downtown to dine. Staples there include Agave & Rye, which is popular for its authentic street-style tacos and margaritas. The restaurant has retro-style furniture, ornate chandeliers and a mural of bees pollinating flowers. Park Hills has a grocery store, Loschiavo’s Produce and Deli. Kroger in nearby Fort Mitchell offers more options.
Neighboring cities provide activities throughout the year
Many kick off Pride Month in Covington with NKY Pride, which consists of performances and activities at Mainstrasse Village and Goebel Park. The festival involves a parade, and attendees may shop at over 100 vendors. There's also an after-party with live bands.
Commuters have quick access to downtown Cincinnati
Residents usually drive to commute, and the city provides direct access to Interstate 71. The interstate goes to destinations like downtown Cincinnati, less than 5 miles north. The city is about 5 miles north of St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood Hospital, where services include primary and surgical care. Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport is 10 miles west.
