Why Live in Mount Healthy
Mount Healthy, located about 10 miles north of Downtown Cincinnati, combines small-town charm with urban agriculture. Known for its historic buildings and local businesses, the neighborhood features a strong sense of community engagement and social responsibility. Residents enjoy activities like gardening, beekeeping, and extracting syrup from maple trees, thanks to the area's rich soil. Architecturally distinct homes, including American foursquare, arts and crafts, and craftsman bungalows, are common, often over a century old. These homes are sought after for their original construction and creative designs, such as decorative fretwork. Mt Healthy City Park offers amenities such as a walking path, playground, athletic fields, and an outdoor swimming pool. Nearby, Parky's Farm and Winton Woods provide additional outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and paddleboarding. The local dining scene along Hamilton Avenue includes Fibonacci Brewery and Brotherton's Family Restaurant, while grocery needs are met by a nearby Kroger. The neighborhood is walkable with well-connected sidewalks and bus routes, and it's a 20-minute drive to Cincinnati. Community events such as The World’s Longest Yard Sale and Celebrate Mt. Healthy festival foster a lively neighborhood atmosphere. Residents can also participate in holiday events like a Christmas nativity and petting zoo, Halloween Kids Fest, and a Fourth of July parade and fireworks display. With its blend of historic charm, community spirit, and convenient amenities, Mount Healthy offers a welcoming and family-friendly environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Healthy a good place to live?
Mount Healthy is a good place to live. Mount Healthy is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable. Mount Healthy is a suburban neighborhood. Mount Healthy has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $58,530 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Mount Healthy are renters, with 54% of residents renting and 46% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mount Healthy can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mount Healthy neighborhood guide.
Is Mount Healthy, OH a safe neighborhood?
Mount Healthy, OH is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mount Healthy?
The median home price in Mount Healthy is $432,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $86,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in Mount Healthy. The average household income in Mount Healthy is $59K.
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Home Trends in Mount Healthy, OH
On average, homes in Mount Healthy, OH sell after 126 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Healthy, OH over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$359,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$485,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$280
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
62
Median List Price
$432,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%