A former depot town and modern-day Cincinnati suburb
Long before Interstates 75 and 71 provided easy access to Cincinnati, Sharonville, Ohio, was a mix of farmland, forest and flour mills situated along the Miami and Erie Canal. By the late 19th century, trains operated on a regular schedule from the Sharonville Depot, turning this small city into a bustling center of commerce. Although the sound of passing locomotives is no longer quite so common — the station shut down decades ago — Depot Square has become the focus of recent revitalization efforts. Farther west, Sharonville's Northern Lights Entertainment District has also seen million-dollar upgrades. This mile-long stretch of road includes a 65,000-square-foot convention center, an auditorium space and hotels that fill up during annual comic cons and campaign rallies. "We have a lot of options for a plethora of people," says city council member Glen Lovitt, adding, "We have a thriving business community, a convention center — which is just a gem of ours — and a recreation center that is immensely attended by the people in town." Today, approximately 14,000 people live in Sharonville's midcentury neighborhoods, enjoying the quietude of suburban living and the convenience of nearby employment, all within 20 miles of Cincinnati.
Sharonville has a stellar, well designed administration building.
A view of central Sharonville.
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Comparative affordability in mid-century neighborhoods
Most of Sharonville's housing was built during the suburban boom of the 1960s and '70s. Prospective buyers will find a mix of ranch-style and split-level houses on wide streets directly south of Sharon Woods, and there are also pockets of early 20th-century homes closer to downtown. In neighborhoods like Highpoint, brick townhouses date back to the '80s and '90s. The median price for a single-family home in Sharonville hovers slightly above $290,000, which is significantly less than the national median.
The exterior of a traditional home with siding showcases a blend of symmetrical design.
Brick colonial homes, a classic architectural style that marries the timeless appeal of brick.
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Local manufacturers and Cincinnati commutes
Sharonville is less than 20 miles from Queen City. "We're also an easy location," says Lovitt, speaking to the city's proximity to interstates 275, 75 and 71. "From here, you can be in downtown Cincinnati in 20 minutes. You can be anywhere you want to." Most residents rely on their own cars to travel into the larger city, but the 43 bus — part of the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority, or SORTA — stops along Reading Road on its way south. Sharonville's population surges during the work week thanks to manufacturers like the Ford Motor Plant and General Mills, both of which employ tens of thousands in the area. The nearest airport is Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International, about 30 miles away via I-75, and top-rated medical care is accessible through institutions like Cincinnati Children's and TriHealth Inc.
Redevelopment efforts in Depot Square
"Our community's very friendly, and we're also business-friendly," says Lovitt. The majority of retail is concentrated downtown along Main Street and Reading Road, in an area called "The Loop," which also hosts a Fourth of July parade and a Christmas festival every year. Over $2 million has gone into restoring Depot Square, which was once home to the city's train station; there's a new splash pad, seating outside alReddy Cafe and story times with local librarians when the weather warms up in the spring. For big-box options, shoppers can drive to the neighboring community of Springdale.
Enjoy a warm slice of pizza at Roc-A-Fellas Pizza in Sharonville.
The Northern Lights District in Sharonville is home to many restaurants and retail shops.
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Sharon Woods recreation, fossils and an aquatic center
Public parks in Sharonville feature playgrounds, creekside walking trails, picnic shelters and — at Trammel Fossil Park — relics from more than 440 million years ago. Kemper Sports Park has several baseball diamonds, and Sharon Woods spans more than 700 acres next door. Residents can rent out paddleboards and pontoons from the boathouse, cast their fishing lines into Sharon Lake, explore close to 5 miles of nature trails and tee off at the golf course. The Sharonville Aquatic Center is open during the summer months when temperatures reach into the high 80s. Wintertime lows rarely drop below 20 degrees.
Heritage Village Museum is a historical attraction that provides a glimpse into the past.
Enjoy a jog or relaxing stroll in Sharon Woods Park in Sharonville.
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The Northern Lights Entertainment District and historic reenactments at the Heritage ViIlage Museum
Since the mid-1990s, the Sharonville Convention Center has hosted everything from presidential campaign rallies to comic book expos and HorrorHound Weekend, a horror-themed festival that attracts upwards of 20,000 visitors each year. The venue is the heart of the Northern Lights Entertainment District, a growing stretch of hotels, breweries and athletic arenas along Chester Road. Across town, visitors can explore the city's Heritage Village Museum, which is home to over a dozen historic buildings, including a medical office, general store and schoolhouse. The village, which sometimes hosts historical reenactments, is a popular destination for school field trips, summer camps and even year-round ghost tours.
The Sharonville Convention Center has hosted many important events over the years.
Sharonville Convention Center brings in millions of dollars every year to the community.
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Princeton City Schools and career training through Great Oaks
Princeton City Schools, which earns an overall B grade from Niche, serves the majority of Sharonville's students. The district, which is home to eight elementary options, one middle school and one high school, is also one of the city's largest employers. The Scarlet Oaks Career Campus, which is part of the larger Great Oaks system, offers career training in fields like cosmetology, coding and the culinary arts, and there are more educational opportunities at the public library. Events include painting workshops, book clubs and more.
Princeton Community Middle School
is a public school in
Sharonville near Cincinnati, OH.
Sharonville's Princeton High School has a proud tradition of athletic excellence.
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Important to know
Crime statistics for Sharonville are not readily available.
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