Children’s Hospital Medical Center operates the Hopple Street Neighborhood Health Center on the corner Beekman Avenue and Hopple Street offering pediatric care. Mercy Health West Hospital  is within 10 minutes of the area. All other Cincinnati hospitals are 20 minutes away. The area is also convenient to the Western Hills Medical Center. Other Cincinnati hospitals including The University Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, The Christ Hospital and Children’s Hospital Medical Center are within 5-10 minutes.

Located just six miles from downtown Cincinnati, Camp Washington was the site of muster and drill grounds of the first and second regiments of the Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. The “Camp” was also the location of the first Ohio State Fair. 

 Camp Washington is a manufacturing area and has been the location for over 150 businesses including the Hillshire Farm & Kahn’s Company, Andrew Jergens Company (now KAO Brands), Queen City Sausage, Meyer Tool and Osborne Coinage. It is also home to 1,763 residents who enjoy living in the “Camp”.

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Good Samaritan Hospital is located in Clifton. The world-recognized Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is a short drive away. Nearby Christ Hospital is located in Mt. Auburn. One of the most advanced medical facilities in the country for research is located within the (Cincinnati) University Hospital complex. Several more of Cincinnati’s fine hospitals are within a five to ten-minute drive. Many uptown groups of doctor’s offices are also within easy access.

Clifton was incorporated as a village in 1850 with the growth of Cincinnati suburbs and was annexed as part of Cincinnati in 1896. In the early 1900s, the University of Cincinnati and Hebrew Union College were established and the area gained great esteem as the intellectual center of Cincinnati. Today, Clifton is an “in-city suburb” and is a distinctive neighborhood with its cultural diversity. It is a great place to call home for those who enjoy daily city life in a suburban setting.

Burnet Woods with its lake, band stand, picnic areas and trailside museum is partly bounded by two of Clifton’s main streets. Out on the brow of a hill, affording a magnificent view west and north is Mt. Storm Park. Rawson Woods Bird Preserve has 10 acres and is located at Middleton and McAlpin Avenues. 

Clifton Meadows is a private club with ample facilities for swimming, tennis, baseball, shuffleboard and basketball. The handsome Clifton Recreation Center has a gym and the many separate facilities offer volleyball, handball and crafts to all. Golfers are a 15- minute drive to many private and public courses and tennis fans have easy access to many courts in the vicinity. In addition, University of Cincinnati offers many recreational activities to the whole city, many of which are free of charge. 

The Clifton Cultural Arts Center is located on Short Vine (with plans to build in Clifton in the future). The building houses art exhibits as well as classes for art, dance, music, foreign language and theater. A prominent landmark is the Esquire Theater on Ludlow Avenue. It was established in 1911 showing silent films and live acts. This movie house is now known for art films as well as first-run movies. It has been named a Best Movie Theater several times for the Cincinnati area. 

For those who enjoy the nightlife, the Brewery District in Over-the-Rhine is a short drive away, or one can stay in Clifton and enjoy music from the Ludlow Garage or head to Uptown Clifton to Bogart’s for a concert. Outdoor concerts are held at the Burnet Woods band stand and the Ludlow Plaza in the summer. 

For those who enjoy bicycling, there is a Cincy Red Bikes station on Howell Avenue.

Along Ludlow Avenue in the Gaslight Business District, many local shops and restaurants have been serving the community for many years including Graeter’s Ice Cream Shop and Skyline Chili, just to name a few. There are also quite a few local cafes, coffee houses, pharmacy, hardware store and other businesses. A short drive south to Corryville and there are even more restaurants and shops including an Amazon pickup store. Uptown Clifton also has many local shops and restaurants. Since Clifton is so centrally located, it is just a short trip downtown or to a nearby suburb satisfies any larger shopping needs. For those who enjoy local produce and meats, Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine is a five-minute drive away. 

Head to Mecklenburg Gardens to enjoy a German meal and brew. It’s been in business since 1865. Adriatico’s on W. McMillan Street offers a thick-crust Sicilian-style pizza in a casual atmosphere. There are many more local restaurants to enjoy in the Clifton area. Ludlow is the hub or venture along W. McMillan for even more gastronomic options.

With old-fashioned gas lamps and wide tree-lined avenues, Clifton still reflect the elegance of yesteryear. Some of the mansions that once housed Cincinnati leaders have been restored to their original grandeur. In addition, a number of old, well preserved, brick and frame homes remain, adding to the historical flair of the neighborhood. Many homes are located on larger city lots offering a suburban-like lifestyle. Newer, brick-style homes are also available.

Clifton

Access to I-75 and I-74 is right off the western end of Clifton. This suburb is one of the most centrally located of all Cincinnati suburbs and has easy, quick access to anywhere in the city. Clifton is two miles from downtown Cincinnati and is served well by Cincinnati buses.

Several hospitals are located in the Clifton/Corryville area, which forms the northern border of the downtown area including Good Samaritan Hospital, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

As Cincinnati adds new vitality to an already vibrant downtown, many traditional neighborhoods are attracting the attention of people with restoration fever.

The Cincinnati Reds and the Cincinnati Bengals call downtown Cincinnati home. The city is also home to the FC Cincinnati United Soccer League club (which plays at their Westend TQL stadium) as well as  the Cincinnati Cyclones ice hockey team. The Banks along the Ohio River is a popular area for young and old. Enjoy a meal, a drink at a pub or  take a stroll along the Smale Riverfront Park all while enjoying the river views. There are many activities happening at the Fountain Square near the Central Business District. Concerts and other fun events are on the books throughout the year. In addition, many of Cincinnati’s yearly festivals are hosted  downtown. Enjoy Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, the Taste of Cincinnati, Riverfest and the Bunbury Music Festival, to name a few.

Over-the-Rhine is home to historic Findlay Market, a marketplace where vendors have sold fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and breads for close to a century. Many downtown residents as well as people from all over Cincinnati enjoy the atmosphere of a true marketplace. Over-the-Rhine features many local shops from clothing to art to furniture to antiques or gifts shops. This retail district has been named as a “Cool Street”. For those seeking a traditional mall, it is a short 20-minute drive north along I-71 to the Kenwood Towne Center which offers hundreds of stores on two levels with Nordstrom and Macy’s serving as anchors.

The rich, scenic qualities of downtown Cincinnati have turned this community into an ideal location for people of all ages and lifestyles. There’s an abundance of homes to choose from: Liberty Hill offers well-preserved one and two-family brick units with stately windows offering dramatic views of the cityscapes. Over-the-Rhine features restored turn-of-the century Italianate buildings as well as new structures with condominiums and homes in all price ranges. The central business district has many urban condos in all price ranges and styles. 

Located in the northern portion of downtown is Over-the-Rhine with 362 acres of Italianate and German Revival buildings. These turn-of-the-century buildings and wonderful period architecture make this neighborhood a great place to live. Much restoration has been done in the area, with opportunities still available. Homes are available in all price ranges. 

Innovative touches along the city’s riverfront give drama and importance to the downtown atmosphere. With residential development including luxurious condominiums and apartments, the exciting rebirth of this area makes it a good choice for anyone interested in urban living. Smale Riverfront Park, Yeatman’s Cove and Sawyer’s Point  host many festivals and concerts throughout the year along the Ohio River. The nearby Banks area features many restaurants and pubs to frequent. 

From East to West and North to South in Downtown Cincinnati, one can see the signs of the resurging downtown housing market. On the eastern side of downtown you will find wonderfully restored homes as well as the new construction of the Pendleton Mews, a redevelopment effort to infill with new homes where time has taken others away. Located along Pendleton St. and Spring Street, these homes are within walking distance to work, the Main Street Entertainment District and the Pendleton Arts Center. 

On the northern hillside overlooking historic Over-the-Rhine are Liberty Hill and Prospect Hill. With its incredible views and old world charm, the area is perfectly suited for professionals as well as empty nesters. 

In the western end of downtown you will find the Betts-Longworth District, an area restored with new homes integrated with the existing historic architecture. Another area to the west is St. Ann’s Commons, an area of new homes and townhomes that replaces unused surface parking. 

With all of the new developments downtown, urban living has never been more exciting.

Cincinnati

Downtown Cincinnati is served by I-71, I-74, I-75 and I-471. Cincinnati Metro buses serve the area. A streetcar system runs from the Ohio River to Over-the-Rhine. One may also use the Red Bike share program in the area. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport services the city.

Avondale is in the heart of Cincinnati's world-renowned medical complex including Cincinnati's University Hospital, Children's, Veteran's Hospital, and the University of Cincinnati Medical College. Christ and Good Samaritan Hospitals are minutes away.

Avon Fields, an 18 hole golf course with a driving range, is on the north boundary of Avondale. The Cincinnati Gardens, 10 minutes away, is the site of amateur ice hockey, skating, tennis, and professional sporting events.

Shopping is conveniently located in Avondale Town Center and in nearby Hyde Park. Kenwood Towne Centre Shopping Mall is 10 minutes away as is downtown shopping.

Today, Avondale has many tastefully styled homes on rolling landscaped lawns in secluded sections. There are also lovely neighborhoods with a variety of spacious one- and two-family homes.

Avondale

Queen City Metro buses serve all of Avondale with excellent service in rush hours. Downtown is accessible in 10 minutes via numerous routes. I-75 is 5 minutes away with I-275 and I-71 within a 10 minute drive.

Mercy Health West Hospital  is a 15-minute drive westward. All other Cincinnati hospitals are approximately 10-15 minutes away to the east, including The  Christ Hospital, University Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital and Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Northside is a neighborhood in Cincinnati originally known as Cumminsville. The completion of Interstate-74 in 1974 separated Cumminsville into South Cumminsville and what is now Northside.

Northside offers over 250 acres of park space within town. Mt. Airy Forest, the largest park in Cincinnati’s park system, lies just west of Northside. Other parks include the Northside Children’s Playground, Jergens Park, Hoffner Park, Parker Woods, Buttercup Valley, Badgley Run Park and Bradford-Felter Tanglewood. 

The McKie Recreation Center on Chase Avenue offers a fitness center, 6,000 square foot air-conditioned gymnasium, computer lab, and swimming pool. The Northside Branch of the Cincinnati Public Library is located on Hamilton Avenue. 

Bike sharing is important to its residents and the community has a volunteer co-op program (MoBo) for cyclists. 

Northside is known for hosting a very hip Fourth of July Parade every summer.  The Northside Rock and Roll Carnival is also well attended. Northsiders enjoy an annual yard sale in August. For those with a green thumb, the Gardens at Village Green on Knowlton Street is a community garden with 33 plots. The Northside Community Council  and Northside Business Association are very active in making sure residents have plenty of activities to enjoy throughout the year.

Northside offers over 50 restaurants, cafés, bars, boutiques and other shopping opportunities in just over two square miles. Many Northside businesses are independently-owned, creating unique and diverse dining and shopping experiences while maintaining a strong sense of community. From vintage clothing, tattoo parlors to organic groceries, Northside has it all. If you are interested in art, Northside has many galleries to browse through and enjoy. “Second Saturdays” in Northside are perfect times to shop and eat with many businesses offering longer retail hours and special events. During the warmer months, fresh produce is available at the Northside Farmers Market at Hoffner Park. In winter, the market is open from a local church on Wednesday evenings.

Originally viewed as a place where Cincinnatians could retreat from the busy city, Northside is now a neighborhood rich with culture, community and entertainment within minutes of downtown. With a mix of classic homes and a vibrant business district, Northside offers its residents and visitors a full range of experiences in a urban-village setting. One finds older homes that have been carefully rehabbed and updated as well as newer ones. From classic home styles to the eclectic, there are homes that meet many tastes. The Cincinnati Northside Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation works hard to provide new affordable homes and improvements to keep Northside vibrant and growing.

Northside

Northside is conveniently located within five minutes of downtown, I-71, I-75, and I-74, and only 15 minutes from I-275. Northside has the second-largest hub in the Metro bus system and it is just a 30-minute ride to downtown. For those who cycle, it is a 35-minute bike ride to downtown Cincinnati.

Cincinnati’s area hospitals, including Bethesda North, Christ, Good Samaritan, Children’s Hospital Medical Center and University hospitals are all within 10 to 15 minutes by car.

Cumminsville was incorporated in 1865 and annexed with Cincinnati in 1873. It was originally populated by German immigrants. The northern part of the area later was called Northside while the southern area is called South Cumminsville. The area grew through the 1920s with shops, businesses and manufacturing. Knowlton’s Corner was one of the busiest commercial areas in Cincinnati. Following WWII, with the grow of automobiles and highways, the demand for housing in the area waned. By the 1960s, most industry in the area had left.

Wayne Playground, Parker Woods and Jacob Hoffner Park are nearby. Mt. Airy Forest is a short drive.

Cumminsville has a few local shops and restaurants. Nearby Northside has many local businesses, shops and restaurants as well. Downtown is an 8-minute drive to shops, entertainment, restaurants and sporting venues including the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals. Tri County Mall and Kenwood Towne Centre are both a 15-minute drive, offering hundreds of national brand stores.

The South Cumminsville Community Council (SCCC) is active in working on neighborhood improvements. The South Cumminsville United For Better Housing (SCUBFH) works on building up homeownership in the neighborhood.  One finds older home built in the early 1900s in this neighborhood.

Cumminsville

This community has easy access to Interstate 75 for north and south travel and I-74 for travel westward. It is located 8 minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Close-by connections to Ronald Reagan Highway, I-71, and I-275 make traveling throughout Cincinnati a 15-minute drive. Cincinnati’s bus service is available in the area.

Visit the American Sign Museum to gaze at signs created in bygone years. Large and small, these signs were used to advertise local businesses. Or, head over to the Wave Pool: A Contemporary Art Fulfillment Center with rotating modern art exhibits. 

Camp Washington Urban Farm raises livestock and grows vegetables for food the city’s food pantries. 

Camp Washington has an outdoor pool and basketball court. Valley Park features play apparatus and swings.

Camp Washington Chili is an iconic local restaurant (featured on the Man vs Food television show) and has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1940. Other local restaurants include Steak and Lemonade and U.S .Chili. Into theater? The Schnez Theatrical Supply company has been providing costumes for local productions since 1965. 

There are a few local places (such as Northside Hardware) to shop for minor needs, but it is best to head into Price Hill or Western Hills for major shopping. Price Hill has local grocers and butchers to frequent as well as miles of retail outlets on Warsaw and Glenway Avenues, including a “super store” branch of a major grocery chain. It is 15 minutes to the Western Hills-Western Woods Shopping complex and Glenway Crossing comprised of some 70 shops, 3 department store branches and branch banking facilities. There is also easy access to Delhi Pike and the excellent shopping facilities offered there. 

Or, head eastward into Clifton – which is seven minutes away by car – for local shops and restaurants.

The community is a great place for affordable living. There are older, 19th-century homes – many which have been rehabbed and updated – nestled among industrial spaces. The community has several organizations to keep its vibrancy and growth headed towards the future: The Camp Washington Community Board specializes in saving and rehabbing homes. Camp Washington Community Council is the forum for residents to share ideas and the Camp Washington Business Association is the group where local businesses network and advocate for the community.

Camp Washington

Camp Washington is just seconds from Interstate 75 and is a less than 10 minute drive to downtown Cincinnati. Queen City Metro services Camp Washington seven days a week to and from the downtown area with express service during peak periods.