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Welcome to Cincinnati's oldest riverfront community, and one of its most scenic neighborhoods. Columbia-Tusculum has deep historic roots as a former steamboat manufacturing center and is now one of Cincinnati's most recent renovation success stories.

Contemporary or historical, single families, condos or double-deckers, many of Columbia-Tusculum's homes have a common element-their vibrant colors-straight out of a box of Crayola Pastels. The "Grand Old Painted Ladies" are Victorian gingerbread homes with 3, 4, 5 or even 8 different colors! Many of the area's older homes are perfect opportunities for restoration with their ornamental front porches, hardwood floors, solid structures and high ceilings. Add mature trees, well-manicured lawns and rolling hills, and you've stirred up a recipe sure to charm even the most critical home shopper.

Slightly more than 3,000 residents live within the one square mile of Columbia-Tusculum. The neighborhood has approximately 1,500 housing units and many families with young children.

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Columbia-Tusculum offers a variety of housing styles, contemporary or historical, single families, condos or double-deckers. The owner-occupancy rate in Columbia-Tusculum is 37%.

12 homes were sold in 1998 for an average sales price of $151,161

12 homes were sold in 1997 for an average sales price of $78,246

11 homes were sold in 1996 for an average sales price of $90,018

Want to see listings for homes presently on the market in Columbia Tusculum? MLS Listings

Frederick H. Alms Memorial Park
Tusculum north of Columbia Parkway
Playground equipment and picnic facilities. One picnic area can be reserved for private functions.

94 acres


	Visit the Hilltop Park for wonderful scenic views. From its heights, you can see the juncture of the Little Miami River with the mighty bend of the Ohio, the hills of Kentucky, Lunken Airport and beautiful panoramic valleys.


	To find out more about a project to build a 6 mile recreation trail from the new Theodore Berry Friendship Park to Lunken Airport's recreation trail, visit www.cincy2lunken.org

All listed phone numbers are in area code 513 unless otherwise noted.

The nearest community center is the:
LeBlond Community Center
located in nearby East End
2335 Eastern Ave.

281-3209


	A variety of community meetings are held at this location, and several women's groups meet monthly.

	Full-size gym, open basketball and volleyball, karate, and fitness classes

	Outdoor pool and basketball court

	Youth programs for ages 6-18. After-school care is provided for K-6 children. Day camps and recreational activities are also offered. All ages can enjoy arts and crafts, karate, nature club activities, basketball teams, a game room with pool tournaments, and tutoring.

	Open lounge for teens to hang out with their friends and enjoy the game room

One of the reasons Cincinnati takes so much pride in its people and its workforce is the quality of the students who graduate from its schools. You'll learn more than just your ABCs and 123s; from bilingual academies, to numerous nationally recognized college preparatory programs, Cincinnati has many options for parents in search of a well-rounded, quality education for their child.

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	NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS
	Allyn's Cafe' 3538 Columbia Parkway Fun and upbeat, owner Allyn Raifstanger does all the cooking, including Cajun, Mexican and American dishes.		871-5779

	The Precinct Delta Ave. & Columbia Parkway Continually rated the No. 1 steakhouse in the Midwest by Cincinnati Magazine, The Precinct is housed in No. Six Police Patrol House (built in 1901). Its savory steaks are named after local and visiting celebrities.		321-5454

	Four Seasons Marina Restaurant 4609 Kellogg Ave. Features seafood, chicken, steaks, and burgers. Decorated in ocean décor with lanterns and portholes.		871-1820

	Michael G's 4601 Kellogg Ave. Michael G's offers live jazz and a full selection of ocean and freshwater fish, including tilapia, trout and catfish.		533-3131

	NEARBY MOVIE THEATERS
	Central Park 11 Cinemas 4600 Smith Road Norwood		531-7655

	Esquire Theatre 320 Ludlow Ave. Clifton		281-8750

	Kenwood Towne Centre Theaters 7875 Montgomery Road Kenwood		791-2248

	Mariemont Theatre 6906 Wooster Rd. Mariemont		272-2002

	Mt. Lookout Cinema Grill 3187 Linwood Ave Mt. Lookout		321-3211

	Oakley Drive-In Theater 5033 Madison Road Madisonville		271-4600

	OmniMax Theater Cincinnati Museum Center 1301 Western Ave.		287-7000

	Showcase Cinemas Cincinnati 1701 Showcase Drive		351-2232

	NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING
	Hyde Park Plaza 3760 Paxton Ave. Just a short trip up the hill from Columbia-Tusculum, Hyde Park Plaza offers Kroger, Thriftway, Old Navy, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Foot Locker, Bruegger's Bagels, Servatti's Fine Pastries and many more.

	Hyde Park Square Erie and Edwards streets Probably the most shopped neighborhood shopping district in the city, Hyde Park Square is filled with art galleries, Graeter's ice cream, women's fashion boutiques, and good restaurants.

	Mt. Lookout Square Delta and Linwood avenues Also a short trip away, Mt. Lookout Square has a variety of unique shops including The Boardwalk Hobby Shop, Unicorn Miniatures, Confetti Cats, Blue Mountain Coffee Co. and Bracke Meats & Produce.

	NEARBY SHOPPING MALLS

	Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Road Kenwood Lazarus, Parisian, Dillard's and 160 specialty stores, plus a food court and restaurants.		745-0205

	Sycamore Plaza at Kenwood Kenwood & Montgomery roads Barnes & Noble Bookstores, Toys 'R Us, Lazarus Furniture Gallery, Dick's Sporting Goods and a variety of stores and restaurants.		793-2131

	Tower Place Mall 28 West 4th St. Downtown More than 70 specialty stores, a food court and restaurants. Lazarus, Saks Fifth Ave. and Tiffany's are easily accessible via skywalk.		241-7700

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	POLICE
	District Two 3295 Erie Ave. Hyde Park		352-3591

	Neighborhood Sergeant Sergeant Tom Tanner		357-7536

	Neighborhood Officer Dawn Keating		357-7536


	Community Policing Activities: Neighborhood block watches, citizens police academies, DARE and after school/summer programs, bike patrols

	FIRE
	Engine Company 18 478 Wilmer Ave. East End, 45226

	Engine Company 7 2058 Sutton Ave. Mt. Washington, 45230

	Looking for a good book? You'll find plenty at the nearby: Hyde Park Branch Library 2747 Erie Ave.		369-4456

	Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County 800 Vine St. Downtown		369-6900


	Can't find the resource you've been searching for? Try the Langsam Library at the University of Cincinnati or the Xavier University Library. Hours vary, especially during the summer, so call first.

	UC Library 2624 Clifton Ave.		556-1424

	XU Library 3800 Victory Pkwy		745-3881

	Columbia-Tusculum residents have an increased voice in the decisions that affect their neighborhood because of the presence of their local community council. The neighborhood council is charged with handling topics that include zoning, boundary disputes, city services and an array of issues that affect the quality of life in its neighborhood.

	Columbia-Tusculum Community Council President: Ben Young Meeting Place: Carnegie Center, 3738 Eastern Ave. Meeting Time: 3rd Monday of every month, 7:00 p.m.

	The Columbia-Tusculum Community Development Corporation 3718 Morris Place enhances building efforts. Ralph Aust is the president.

	If you live in the City of Cincinnati, the Department of Public Works provides solid waste collection and recycling at no cost.

	24-hour City of Cincinnati Customer Service Line		591-6000

	Department of Public Works Office Information & Administration		352-3218

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