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From the active business district to the restaurants, lively community center and tree-lined streets, there's one word that sums up Pleasant Ridge: eclectic.

Dining options in Pleasant Ridge include Irish cuisine at the Dubliner, soul food at Manhattan West, down-home cooking and burgers at the Gaslight Cafe and chili dogs and double-decker sandwiches at Pleasant Ridge Chili (not to mention the plethora of fast food options). Shoppers won't know where to start or stop. If you're looking for hard to-find music CDs, stained glass, antiques, pet care supplies, workout machines - you name it - you'll probably find it within the 1.7-square-mile area of Pleasant Ridge.

Pleasant Ridge offers both public and private schooling options. Church-goers have a wide variety of denominations to choose from without having to leave the neighborhood. Singles and families alike congregate at block parties and neighborhood gatherings on a regular basis.

And all this is just the beginning. Read on to learn more...

Within the 1.7 square miles of Pleasant Ridge reside approximately 9,800 Cincinnatians. 40% of the neighborhood's households are made up of one or two individuals, and a large segment of the Pleasant Ridge's population is aged 25 to 39.

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Pleasant Ridge is a comfortable, older community dating back to 1795. The choice neighborhood of many of Cincinnati's aristocratic families during the 1850s, Pleasant Ridge has several mansions and stately homes. The majority of the neighborhood's 4,300 housing units are Tudors and newer brick houses, moderately-priced for first-time homebuyers. The owner-occupancy rate in Pleasant Ridge is 53%.

138 homes were sold in 1998 at an average sales price of $114,206.
115 homes were sold in 1997 at an average sales price of $92,693.
137 homes were sold in 1996 at an average sales price of $98,897.

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

	Montgomery Triangle Reading Rd. and Losantiville Rd,		.2 acres

	Pleasant Ridge Park Ridge Ave. south of Parkview Ave.		9 acres

Pleasant Ridge residents enjoy activities at the:

Pleasant Ridge Community Center
5915 Ridge Ave.

Full-size gym has basketball and volleyball leagues, and karate, aerobics, yoga, kickboxing, and jazzercise classes.

Wheelchair-accessible fitness room has weights and cardio equipment.

Outdoor pool and tennis courts, softball fields and playground.

Adult pottery and quilting classes.

Preschool and Youth programs which have recreational activities, and arts and crafts, karate, and tumbling.

After-school care is provided for K-6 children with recreational activities and homework time.

731-7894

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 AND ENTERTAINMENT

	Manhattan West 6041 Montgomery Rd. Gourmet soul food and impressive menu attracts new customers. Family atmosphere keeps them coming back.		531-7222

	The Dubliner 6111 Montgomery Rd. An Irish restaurant with a variety of authentic food.		531-6111

	Gas Light Cafe 6104 Montgomery Rd. A bar & grill with a fun atmosphere.		631-6977

	Pleasant Ridge Chili 6032 Montgomery Rd. Late night sandwich shop and great chili!		531-2365

	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 Rd. 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 Rd. Madisonville		271-4600

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

	Showcase Cinemas Cincinnati 1701 Showcase Drive		351-2232

	NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING


	Ridge Road is home to a variety of major retailers, including Sams Club, Wall-Mart, K-Mart, Biggs grocery, Value City Furniture, and Franks Nursery and Crafts.

	Everybody's Records

	Blazing Sun Enterprises

	Brass Eagle Antiques 6079 Montgomery Rd.		631-6135

	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, Dick's Sporting Goods and a variety of stores and restaurants.		793-2131

	Tower Place 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

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

Faith Finder

	POLICE
	District Two 3295 Erie Ave Hyde Park		352-3591

	Neighborhood Sergeant Tom Tanner		357-7536

	Neighborhood Officers Mike Drexelius		357-7536

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

	FIRE
	Engine Company 8 5901 Montgomery Rd. at Langdon Farm Rd. Pleasant Ridge

	Looking for a good book? You'll find plenty at the: Pleasant Ridge Branch Library 6233 Montgomery Road		369-4488

	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

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

	Pleasant Ridge Community Council President: Tom Hagerty Meeting Place: Pleasant Ridge Community Center, 5915 Ridge Ave. Meeting Time: 1st Tuesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. (except June & December)

	Pleasant Ridge Merchants Association Contact: Tom Mullaney 6084 Montgomery Rd.

	Pleasant Ridge Redevelopment Corporation Contact: Pat Sheeran 3171 Woodford Rd.

	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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