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A historic community with views of downtown Cincinnati
Affectionately nicknamed “The Hill,” Mount Adams has been perched above downtown Cincinnati since the early 1800s. Nicholas Longworth established one of America’s first Catawba vineyards here, and as the wine industry expanded, the neighborhood attracted working-class immigrants and famous politicians from across the country – the namesake John Quincy Adams, for one. The former president took the train to dedicate the area’s observatory in 1843, the most powerful astronomical device of its time. The neighborhood’s most notable landmark, Immaculata Church, was constructed on top of The Hill in 1859 as well. Today, Mount Adams is a walkable neighborhood of rowhouses, restaurants and shops. Its nightlife scene is popular; frequent community events, such as the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Beaujolais Noveau, celebrate its past. The Ohio River can often be seen along the neighborhood’s eastern side, and downtown entertainment is only about a mile west.
City living in compact rowhomes, new construction
A mix of Victorian and modern architecture, colorful rowhomes are the defining feature of this neighborhood. “Mount Adams is probably the most San Francisco-like area in the Midwest, both from a hillside standpoint and an architectural standpoint,” says Lee Robinson, one of the area’s top Realtors for more than 30 years. “Most are narrow on 25-foot lots, and some have been wonderfully renovated.” Built in the late 1800s, they typically have three bedrooms and two stories. Depending on their age and square footage, they range from $400,000 to $700,000. New construction typically has three bedrooms, too, but they range from one to three million. Their price tag usually includes city and river views, though. They’re in the northern and southern portions of the neighborhood, and developers continue to build these properties throughout the 2020s. Some apartment buildings are on the neighborhood’s west side, and renters make up a majority of the market.
Mount Adams residents love their community.
Rowhouses in Mount Adams are cozy.
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Mount Adams Bar and Grill, Brick Pop-Up Shops
Mount Adams might not be as busy as downtown proper, but its restaurants and shops are walkable along Pavilion Street. Dating back to the Prohibition era, Mount Adams Bar and Grill is an old-timey tavern with charm — tile floors, a wood bar and a sign that reads “No Sniveling.” The Blind Lemon is nearby for a dimly lit cocktail, and the Bow Tie Café specializes in breakfast. Down the hill, the Montgomery Inn Boathouse serves ribs with river views. Walking east into neighboring Pendleton, Brick Pop-Up Shops has rotating vendors, and High St. Boutique has London-inspired home décor. Downtown has a bunch of other shops and restaurants, and it’s about a mile west on the Columbia Parkway.
The Bow Tie Cafe is a popular local spot in Mount Adams.
The Blind Lemon is a great place to grab a drink in Mount Adams.
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Historic traditions in this community
In addition to year-round meetups and smaller events, residents have over 15 community-wide festivals. One of these is December’s Reindog Parade, an assembly of dogs and their owners led by Santa Claus himself. “It’s a big deal, and it takes over Mount Adams,” says Realtor Lee Robinson with Robinson Sotheby’s International. “There’ll be hundreds of pets in regalia dressed to the nines.” Continuing a Saint Patrick’s Day tradition, neighbors steal the lucky statue and parade him down the hill from Immaculata. Thousands of people across the city will ascend the church’s steps on Good Friday to “pray the steps” as well. Local bars and restaurants are frequent sponsors of traditions like November’s Beaujolais Noveau, where residents celebrate with torches and taste the first French wine of the season. In addition to their annual neighborhood clean-up, the Mount Adams Beautification Association plants and tends community gardens, and National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships through local food and drink.
Taft Elementary and top-rated Walnut Hills High
William H. Taft Elementary is about a mile north of Mount Adams, and it serves kindergarten through fifth grade. This school has a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1, better than the national average of 15 to 1, and Niche gives it a C-minus. It was one of 21 public schools to receive a federal grant in 2024, which will go to security cameras and other measures. For grades six through 12, students can travel about 3 miles north to Walnut Hills High. Niche ranks it the third-best public middle school in Cincinnati and gives it an A-plus. Because of these high ratings, many families want to send their children here, and attendance is over 2,500. Admission is open to any students who score in the 70th percentile of the Iowa Test, a standardized test given every year.
Mount Adams students can start at Taft Elementary, rated a C-minus by Niche.
Walnut Hills High School, near Mount Adams, was ranked an A-plus by Niche.
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Close to Eden Park’s botanical gardens and theaters
Cincinnatians know Eden Park for its hillside views of the Ohio River, and Mount Adams residents are just south of it. This green space has over 180 acres of multiuse fields and walking trails, but it’s also home to a 19th-century fire station and a pond called Mirror Lake. Near this lake, the Cincinnati Art Museum holds a 67,000-piece collection, and Playhouse in the Park has year-round shows. On the north side of the park, Krohn Conservatory is a botanical garden with six floral houses, and its butterfly show draws a lot of visitors in the spring. T.M. Berry International Friendship Park is another park along the river; its paths feature colorful flags and modern sculptures. To watch some professional baseball, Great American Ball Park is about 2 miles west, and it’s the home of the Cincinnati Reds.
Mount Adams residents can enjoy a walk in Eden Park.
Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park near Mount Adams features displays of sculpture.
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Walk, bike and drive Mount Adams
While the hills might discourage some walkers, many homes in Mount Adams are less than five blocks from Pavilion Street restaurants. Eden Park has a Red Bike station for rentals, and Metro One bus routes lead right into downtown. For access to northern suburbs or to get across the Ohio River, Interstate 471 is on the neighborhood’s southwest side. The Columbia Parkway — otherwise known as Route 50 — runs along the east side of Mount Adams, and it goes to other communities on the river. Interstate 71 weaves through downtown and leads 15 miles west to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
Mount Adams plant lovers can check out the seasonal floral shows at Krohn Conservatory.
Located near Mount Adams, the Cincinnati Art Museum features more than 73,000 works.
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Parks in this Area
Fido Field
Dog Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Eden Park
Playground at Eden Park
Playground
Krohn Conservatory
Picnic Area
Trails
Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Twin Lakes
Transit
Airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International
28 min drive
Bus
Paradrome St & Ida St
Bus
Art Museum Dr & Mt Adams Dr
Bus
Eden Park Dr & Fulton - Eastbound
Bus
Martin Dr 1221
Bus
Parkside Pl & Carney St
Bus
Ida Ave & Art Museum Dr
Bus
Paradrome St 941
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mount Adams
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Adams, Cincinnati sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Mount Adams, Cincinnati over the last 12 months is $903,888, up 33% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Luxury and tranquility meet in this captivating Mt. Adams showplace highlighting panoramic city & river views and an unsurpassed setting overlooking an attractive neighborhood park. Tax Abatement. Elevator. Minutes to downtown and entertainment districts. Elegant and immaculate entertaining spaces are light-filled and inviting. High ceilings, hardwood flooring, custom built-ins, 3 gas fireplaces.
Inside and out, this impressive 3-story home will delight! Exceptional corner location in the Heart of the Hill provides not only a spacious deck for entertaining, but a hard-to-find fenced yard, great for children, pets, and gardeners. Old world details perfectly blend with updated amenities. Open, light-filled rooms include an elegant great room with wet bar and built-in bookshelves, cozy
Rare investment opportunity in coveted Mt Adams. This 4 unit building directly across from Eden Park has been freshly remodeled, has off street parking, and is priced below market to sell. 2 2 bedroom units and 2 1 bedroom units. Comparable units in the area generate 40k/unit according to AirDNA data. Prime opportunity for an investor to put some minor work in for maximum profit. Newer roof and
Luxury Mt Adams townhouse on coveted Carney Street is masterfully crafted with custom finishes, offering a blend of modern amenities & timeless elegance with stunning river views. Gourmet chef's kitchen features high-end appliances & stunning marble countertops, seamlessly integrated into an open floor plan with living and dining spaces. Rich hardwood floors throughout and cozy wood-paneled
Spacious 1-bedroom apartment in the heart of Mt. Adams, just steps away from Holy Cross Monastery. This second-floor apartment features a private entrance and is perfect for an extended stay or a weekend visit. Feel at home as you explore the vibrant neighborhood, with plenty of restaurants, parks, nightlife, and entertainment within walking distance. Mt. Adams is surrounded by one of
In the heart of vibrant, upscale Mt. Adams, this large, chic, open-concept, 3-story, 4-bath, 3-bedroom home has prime location on tranquil Ida Street, bordering Eden Park, mere steps from the Art Museum, the Playhouse, and the wonderful bars and restaurants that make Mt. Adams a Cincy destination. 19 th and 21 st centuries intersect in keyless entry, two Nests, Ring doorbell,
Experience the charm of Mt. Adams with this spacious 1-bedroom apartment located on the second floor, featuring a private entrance. Just steps away from Holy Cross Monastery, this apartment offers easy access to a variety of restaurants, parks, nightlife, and entertainment. Enjoy the proximity to Eden Park, Cincinnati Art Museum, Playhouse in the Park, and Krohn Conservatory. With a 10-minute
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,714
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,947
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$143,443
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
76.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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