New Baltimore, OH, is a historic community that originated as a milling town along the Great Miami River and now lies on the edge of Cincinnati's metro area. The area has a semi-rural atmosphere with attractions such as ball fields, farm stands, and the vintage amusement park Stricker's Grove, which features roller coasters, carnival rides, and arcade games. Nearby, Brown's Family Farm Market offers seasonal produce and activities like pumpkin patches and hay rides. Residents can access sports facilities like Mid-America Ballyard and River City Sports Complex West within a few miles. Miami Whitewater Forest, a major attraction in western Hamilton County, is just over 5 miles away and provides hiking, horseback riding, and water activities.
The community features a mix of older homes and newer developments. Along the river, historic bungalows and ranch homes date back to the early 1900s, while the Fort Scott neighborhood, located one mile north, includes modern New Traditional homes built from the 2000s to the 2020s. Fort Scott also has a condo community, Sedona Ridge, and amenities like a private clubhouse and pool. Crosby Elementary School is highly rated, and students progress to Harrison Junior School and William Henry Harrison High, which offers career-focused courses through a partnership with Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development.
Local shopping is limited, with Sam's Corner Store and Clutch Roadhouse being notable businesses. For more extensive shopping, residents travel about 5 miles to the Northgate Mall area, which includes stores like Meijer, Kroger, and Target. Commutes into Cincinnati typically take around 25 minutes, though rush hour can extend this to 40 minutes. The nearest hospital is TriHealth Group Health – Western Ridge, located 5 miles south.
