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Located on Cincinnati's most famous hill, its perch offers a fabulous view of the city and expensive real estate. The quaint, unique neighborhood is similiar to Georgetown in Washington with it's many brownstones and condominiums designed to take advantage of the spectacular views. Mt. Adams abounds with upscale art and craft shops, intimate restaurants and trendy bars.

The neighborhood's best view of the city and river is found at the entrance to Immaculata Church. Every Good Friday more than 10,000 Catholics from the region walk up the steep 356 steps leading to Immaculata, pausing on each step to pray a bead of the rosary.

Next door to Mt. Adams is the equally famous Eden Park, which is home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Playhouse in the Park and Krohn Conservatory, which grows 5,000 of the world's most exotic plants.

As owners of some of the city's most sought-after real estate, the 1,600 residents of Mt. Adams have one of the highest per capita incomes in the city. The vast majority of households are either singles or couples in their late 20s, 30s and 40s.

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Located to the east of the Central Business District, Mt. Adams is the best known of Cincinnati's seven hills. Winding streets crisscross the hillside create unparalleled views of the downtown skyline and the Ohio River. Many of the homes in this neighborhood, built in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, reflect the architecture and character of the city's past. Homes that have been refurbished are highly desirable, selling in days. The owner occupancy rate in Mt. Adams is 31%.

13 homes were sold in 1998 at an average sales price of $335,231.
16 homes were sold in 1997 at an average sales price of $283,519.
21 homes were sold in 1996 at an average sales price of $267,626.

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MLS Listings

	Hill Street Area Hill St. at Celestial St.		.8 acre

	Johnston Park Gilbert Ave. and Elsinore		1.2 acres

	Eden Park Waterfront Eastern Ave., at Bains This park has scenic river overlooks, a playground and a "mirror" lake. This is a great place to take your dog, fly a kite or just to take a walk. Krohn Conservatory is located just around the corner from the park.		27 acres

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

	For the residents of Mt. Adams the closest Community Centers are located in Walnut Hills and Downtown.

	Walnut Hills Bush Community Center 2640 Kemper Lane Walnut Hills Full size gym with basketball and volleyball leagues Karate and aerobic classes Racquetball court Fitness room has Hammer Strength equipment and exercise bikes. Outdoor pool, basketball court and a handball court After school care that provides homework time and recreational activities, and day camp during the summer. Teen lounge with a pool table and computers		281-1286

	Downtown Butterfield Community Center 22 Garfield Place (adults over age 18) Senior activities for adults over age 50 include local and overnight trips, card games, pool tables and shuffleboard Senior club meetings and nutritional lunch programs are also offered for adults over age 60. Fitness room Art and crafts classes		421-2803

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	NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

	This neighborhood is packed with so many clubs, restaurants and activities that there is only room to list a few.


	Rookwood Pottery This historic restaurant sits high atop Mt. Adams. The giant kilns are still here, but now they're filled with tables and chairs. For a more private evening, ask to be seated in one of the kilns.		721-5456

	Teak Thai Cuisine One of the most popular Asian restaurants in town, the crab spring rolls and Thai sweet-and-sour pork earned this restaurant prominence.		665-9800

	Celestial Restaurant Elegant, with a spectacular view of downtown Cincinnati. Features classic French cuisine.		241-4455

	Mt. Adams Fish House 940 Pavilion St. Features a sushi bar and plenty of fresh seafood.		421-3250

	Cherrington's 950 Pavilion St. Serves pasta, vegetarian dishes, chicken, and wonderful desserts. Outdoor dining.		579-0131

	Longworth's 1108 St. Gregory St. Offers steaks, hamburgers, salads and pastas. Longworth's has a wonderful patio with umbrella tables that provides a great view of the picturesque St. Gregory Street.		579-0900

	NEARBY MOVIE THEATERS

	Central Park 11 Cinemas 4600 Smith Rd. Norwood		531-7655

	Esquire Theatre 320 Ludlow Ave. Clifton		281-8750

	Kenwood Towne Centre Theaters 7875 Montgomery Rd. Kenwood		791-2248

	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 Dr.		351-2232


	NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING

	The Dinosaur Store 936 Hatch St. Owner Edward Rowekamp displays his collection of museum quality dinosaur fossils (eggs, bones, teeth) amber art and mineral specimens.		929-0146

	The Raven 1053 St. Gregory St. This boutique prides itself as being part antique shop, part art gallery, part jewelry store and being all around elegant.		333-0577

	Mt. Adams Bookstore & Cafe 1101 St. Gregory St. A favorite "locals" hangout. Carries books, gifts and magazines and paintings by local artists. Attached is the Monastery Wine Bar, which serves up croissants, coffee drinks and desserts.		241-9009

	Botanicals 953 St. Gregory St. Specializing in plants and home and garden accessories.		621-7836

	Briani & Miotto Co. 1111 St. Gregory St., Local jeweler carries reasonably-priced semiprecious-stone art jewelry.		381-8414

	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 'R Us, Lazarus Furniture Gallery, Dick's Sporting Goods, and a variety of other stores and restaurants		793-2131

	Tower Place Mall 28 West Fourth 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 One 310 Ezzard Charles Drive Central Business District		352-3505

	Neighborhood Sergeant Sylvia Ranaghan		352-2978

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

	FIRE
	Engine Company 3 329 East Ninth Street at Broadway 45202		721-9509


	Looking for a good book? You'll find plenty at the: Main Branch of the Public Library 800 Vine St. Downtown or at the:		369-6900
	Walnut Hills Branch Library 2533 Kemper Lane Both Locations are only a few minutes from Mt. Adams		369-6053


	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

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

	Mt. Adams Civic Association President: Malcolm Bernstein 1046 St. Paul Place, 579-0606 Meeting Place: Immaculate Community Center Guido & Pavilion Meeting Time: 1st Tuesday of every month, 7:30 p.m.

	Mt. Adams Community Urban Renewal Association Contact: Linda Diatrick 2316 Auburncrest Ave.

	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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