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This small neighborhood was a popular suburb in the late 19th century, complete with its own hotel, the Linwood House.

Located east of downtown near the Little Miami River, Linwood is home to Lunken Airport and its surrounding golf course, park, and tennis courts. Lunken has a 5.5 mile paved trail, two playgrounds, four lighted tennis courts, a miniature golf course, an outdoor fitness area, baseball fields and picnic shelter areas regularly utilized by Linwood residents

Linwood has many older, affordable homes. Situated along Columbia Parkway, Linwood is only 15 minutes from downtown.

For a journey into Cincinnati's beginnings, the Pioneer Cemetery near Lunken Airport is the burial site for some of the city's earliest pioneers, who were first to land in the area.

Linwood covers almost three square miles with only 1,200 residents.

For more information on the demographics of Linwood

Linwood housing units are single families and duplexes, and they tend to have two or three bedrooms.

5 homes were sold in 1998 at an average sales price of $37,800

3 homes were sold in 1997 at an average sales price of $58,200

4 homes were sold in 1996 at an average sales price of $44,750

Want to view listings of homes presently on the market in Linwood? MLS Listings

	Little Miami Scenic River Park south end of Pennsylvania-Elstun		299 acres

	Memorial Pioneer Cemetery Wilmer Avenue, east of Airport Road		2.2 acres

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

Linwood residents enjoy community activities at the:

LeBlond Community Center
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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	The East Side offers a wide variety of dining and entertainment. Nestled next to Mt. Lookout, Columbia-Tusculum, and Anderson Township, Linwood offers easy access to area restaurants.

	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 decor 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

	Pelicans Reef 7261 Beechmont Ave. Anderson Less than a half of a mile away from Linwood, Pelican's Reef will make you feel like you're eating at a restaurant on the Florida coast. With a casual ambience and ocean-style decor, the calamari is one of the best in town.		232-2526

	Wong's East Restaurant 7205 Beechmont Ave. Anderson		232-8899

	Wing's 262 Wilmer Ave. Lunken Airport Casual bar/restaurant decorated with plenty of sports memorabilia.		871-7400

	East End Cafe 4003 Eastern Ave. Popular with young East Siders. Located in a restored building that has a huge stage, the music is generally modern rock or cover tunes.		871-6118

	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
	Mt. Lookout Square Delta and Linwood avenues Located less than three miles from Linwood, 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 Centre 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 Kenwood Barnes & Noble Bookstores, Toys OR Us, Lazarus Furniture Gallery, Dick¹s 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 Tiffany¹s are easily accessible via skywalk.		241-7700

Looking for a nearby church, mosque, synagogue, or temple in your choice denomination?

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

	Neighborhood 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		871-9923

	Engine Company 7 2058 Sutton Ave. Mt. Washington, 45230		231-9830

	Looking for a good book? You'll find plenty at the Hyde Park Branch Library 2747 Erie Ave. just a healthy jog, or a short drive away from Linwood		369-4456

	Cumminsville Branch Library (in nearby Northside) 4219 Hamilton Avenue		369-4449

	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

	Linwood residents have an increased voice in the decisions that affect their neighborhood because of the presence of their local community council. The community 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.

	Linwood Community Council President: Bob Bibb Meeting Place: Linwood Baptist Church, 4808 Eastern Ave. Meeting Time: 4th Tuesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. (except July)

	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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