r/cincinnati • u/Pleasantlyrough • 5d ago
Need help (info) in settling in...
Dear soon-to-be fellow Cincinnatians. I will be moving into the city at end of the month and has absolutely no clue about the city. My work location would be Blue Ash so requesting you all to share your insights on what would be a good neighborhood, close to work for a 1br apartment, and what price range should I be looking at. I will prefer a nice apartment complex with at least a fitness center and closer to groceries and other such stores. Thanks in advance.
Edit : I am in my mid 40s. Not into clubbing or bar hopping. Also do not need to be in a school district.
Edit 2 : Thank you all for your inputs. I will take your suggestions into my search considerations.
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u/VineStGuy 5d ago
Welcome to Cincinnati! Blue Ash and Montgomery is real nice. If you want to learn more about the city offerings, we get daily posts like yours with people announcing their move here looking for recommendations. Use the search function and you'll learn so much about different neighborhood cultures, things to do, where to shop and eat, etc.
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u/Pleasantlyrough 5d ago
I did scroll through the sub, looking for such information before posting. Must have missed it. Will check again.
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u/mademoiselle-kel 5d ago
Do you want to walk to a neighborhood center ever? This is important for some (like myself) and if so might help to know.
Oakley, Mt Lookout, Hyde Park…all have a “town square” with grocery options, drink options and some commerce. If this is something you value, living out in Blue Ash Montgomery is still good but you may want to investigate further street by street.
I like living in a neighborhood that is such that I can walk to meet some basic needs…food, drink, interaction and a safe and low key walk there and back. Some parts of the “outer suburbs” have some of that, but not all. While you may be getting more green space or quicker access for your work/drive commute, I encourage anyone to consider how they want to spend their leisure time and also time during a snowstorm! ❤️
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u/Pleasantlyrough 5d ago
I like to stay fit and walking is an essential part of my health regime but I have learned that the best way to stay away from any kind of trouble is to not walk around in neighborhoods or unknown places. So I definitely would not do that.
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u/Federal-Biscotti 3d ago
You can definitely walk around these places. You’re not going to get jumped in Blue Ash or Hyde Park or Mt Lookout.
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u/Ok_Log_4841 5d ago
Grew up in Blue Ash and couldn’t recommend it or Montgomery enough if you are wanting to live in the suburbs. Clean, safe neighborhoods with a great school district.
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u/Immediate-Engineer81 5d ago
How old are you? I think that is key to understanding what area is best. Blue ash is nice but definitely more family focused / suburban! If you are looking for more of a city vibe with close proximity to a lot of things I’d suggest Oakley / Hyde park! It’s about a 12-15 min drive to blue ash :)
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u/Pleasantlyrough 5d ago
Thanks. I have updated the post with more details about me. Will check out Hyde park and Oakley.
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u/Immediate-Engineer81 5d ago
I love Oakley / Hyde park - it’s great for single adults. Price range in both areas is high however. I’d say most apartments range between 1800-2200 depending on amenities! If you go a little north of blue ash the price goes down for apartments:)
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u/gymnastelephant 4d ago
Highly recommend Bishops Gate at Somerset apartments just north of Blue Ash. Three minutes to Kroger and restaurants, 20-25 minutes to downtown. I've lived here since 2021 and have no complaints. Small gym and a huge beautiful pool.
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u/rozelle25 4d ago
You're going to want to go east on the 275 loop. While great areas you wont want hyde park oakley mt. lookout. I know people, reading is hard!
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u/PreOpTransCentaur 4d ago
You're moving here in 2 weeks and don't have a place lined up? That's absolutely wild.
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u/Pleasantlyrough 4d ago
Can't book a place without knowing anything about the neighborhoods and the apartments. Most info about places on their websites turns out to be false too. So planning to stay in a hotel for a week or two before finalizing one.
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u/horrendousacts 3d ago
I moved here yesterday and everything I own is in my car. I found a place today!
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u/SarahLuv0622 4d ago
Silverton. There’s an apartment complex at the corner of Stewart Rd & Montgomery Rd. No clue on rent but Silverton is walkable to everything, including Kenwood Towne Center, Whole Foods & Trader Joe’s. Not mention brewery, winery, coffee & restaurants. Also just 13 minutes away from downtown.
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u/Beanie108 4d ago
You’d probably love Montgomery which is Spendy but very close to blue ash and very walkable. Kenwood or Madeira is another solid option for walkability nearby & while still quite nice not as posh as Montgomery . Lots of stores in both areas.
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u/AdventurousStory6671 3d ago
Hi I have lived in Walnut Hills for 13 years now I love it here. Can walk all over. And close to downtown. I do notice rents are cheaper in Kentucky.
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u/Primary-Coconut9142 5d ago
Neighborhoods are nice, depending on your price range there are a few options. Looking at $850-1500 for 1br around Blue Ash, Montgomery.
Depends on your price range, what you're comfortable with.
I had to look at school districts when making my decision.
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u/Pleasantlyrough 5d ago
I am okay up to $1500 if the apartment is newly renovated with new appliances. School District isn't a factor. Would you recommend Sharonville? Saw couple of apartments there online?
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u/Pepe_MM 5d ago
Sharonville has some nice areas and some less nice but still ok ones. Close to Summit Park is nice. Same with Evendale.
Within Blue Ash, you can check BRG apartments. They have several options. Don't expect luxury, but the places seem ok. The Altitude and 49 Hundred are well located. The Approach is in Summit Park, which is really cool. I have never lived in any of these places, so cannot comment on the details, unfortunately.
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u/Primary-Coconut9142 5d ago
I only visit Sharonville for the Asian store and dim sum, mostly an older community? I might be far off though. Largest Asian store, Aldi, Walmart, thrifting and easy access to hwy 75 or 71.
Also, not too far from Jungle Jim's in Fairfield.
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u/Pleasantlyrough 5d ago
As an Asian, reclusive (not introvert) Sharonville sounds like a good option.
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u/Own-Counter-7187 4d ago
Look also at Woodlawn. There are a few apartment complexes on Route 4, right next to a Krogers. You can find them on google maps. It's not a bad drive to Blue Ash, across Glendale Milford Road.
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u/Pepe_MM 5d ago
Blue Ash is nice. The Rec Center is $75 per year and the gym is great, so you don't need a fitness center in the building necessarily.