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Welcome to Cincinnati, OH

The city of Cincinnati is located in the southwestern corner of the state of Ohio, right along the banks of the Ohio River. Founded in 1788 by John Cleves Symmes and Colonel Robert Patterson, the city is considered by many historians to be the first “true American” city for two reasons; it was the first major inland city, and it was developed with much less European influence than the cities on the East Coast. Perhaps also contributing to Cincinnati’s reputation as an all-American city is the fact that it was home to the first professional baseball team, the Cincinnati Reds—referred to back then as the Cincinnati Red Stockings. Today the city continues to thrive as a major commercial center nationally and internationally. Several big companies are headquartered in Cincinnati, such as Procter & Gamble (manufacturing soap in the area as early as 1879), GE Aviation, Chiquita Brands International, Macy’s Inc., and The Kroger Company. The city lays claim to 10 Fortune 500 companies and 18 Fortune 1000 companies.

Cincinnati is a great place to call home. The real estate market in Cincinnati is constantly growing and evolving, and currently offers many single family homes from $10,000 to $5 million, and condominiums and town homes from $32,000 to $2 million. Living in downtown Cincinnati has become increasingly popular for those who want to be within walking distance of the city’s best attractions, entertainment, nightlife and dining. The downtown area is well-known for the Fountain Square at the city’s center. Once an outdoor butcher shop, the Square is often a venue for concerts and festivals, and in the summer, it is a popular place for the locals to relax and eat lunch. Recent and current residential developments are taking place in Cincinnati’s downtown area, adding several luxury lofts and condominiums to the real estate market.

Away from the city center, Cincinnati contains a variety of neighborhoods that feature single family homes to match anyone’s tastes. If you are interested in historic homes, Cincinnati has one of the largest historic districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The neighborhood of Over-the-Rhine features a stunning collection of 19th century Italianate architecture. For a community with a wider variety of homes, the neighborhood of Avondale is a good choice for homebuyers. The neighborhood is centrally located and features the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens among its list of attractions. Homes in Avondale are typically spacious single and multiple family homes in a variety of styles, from traditional brick construction to large Gothic Tudor style houses.

These are just a few examples of the many neighborhoods you have to choose from when looking for a home in Cincinnati, OH. Many people find that the beauty of living in Cincinnati is that you get all the perks of a big city, without paying an exorbitant price for your home. With the average home pricing around $172,000, more money is left in your pocket to enjoy the best that Cincinnati has to offer!

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