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Welcome to the home of "Big Joe," a 35,000-pound, bronze-cast swinging bell. The bell was rung only once because its E-flat note is said to have shattered nearby windows, and it now rests dormant at the St. Francis DeSales Church. Walnut Hills has a deep historic past. The community grew in the 18th century around the establishment of the First Presbyterian Church and the intersection of two roads, now a busy commercial district. The neighborhood was once home to many of the city's aristocrats, who built the majestic mansions and elegant buildings that still dominate the landscape in Walnut Hills.


Homes in the historic neighborhood of Walnut Hills represent the full spectrum of styles, sizes and prices from the most basic starter homes to million dollar mansions. There are turn-of-the-century homes with multi-level porches, high-rise contemporary condominiums with all the modern conveniences and converted historic row houses. Walnut Hills is adjacent to one of Cincinnati's most concentrated cultural centers, Eden Park, home of the Cincinnati Art Museum, the Art Academy and Playhouse in the Park.

 



  Walnut Hills is home to 9,000 residents and occupies 1.5 square miles. The neighborhood attracts many singles and couples in their mid-20s through 40s

For more information on the demographics of Walnut Hills
 

 

Siding, brick, wood and stone homes can all be found in Walnut Hills. With apartments in great supply, the 4,200 housing units of Walnut Hills have an owner-occupancy rate of only 17%. However, nearly 80% of the neighborhood's 650 single-family homes are owner-occupied.

53 homes were sold in 1998 at an average sales price of $152,319.

62 homes were sold in 1997 at an average sales price of $152,824.

46 homes were sold in 1996 at an average sales price of $141,058.

Want to see a listing of homes presently on the market in Walnut Hills? MLS Listings

 

 
  Ashland-Chapel play area
Ashland and Chapel Ave.
  1.5 acres  
         
  Eden Park
Gilbert Ave.
between Elsinore and Morris

Scenic river overlooks, a playground, and home of Mirror Lake, a large shallow pool that's great for dog walking, kite flying or just a lazy Sunday stroll.

Krohn Conservatory is one of Eden Park's most popular attractions. Its five "houses" feature displays of tropical plants, palms and ferns (accented by a 20-foot waterfall), orchids, a desert garden, and six seasonal floral displays a year.
  186 acres  
         
  Fechheimer Park
Cross Lane and Park Ave.
  .5 acres  
         
  Fern Woods
1895 William Howard Taft
  6 acres  
         
  Johnston Park
Gilbert Ave. and Elsinore
  1.3 acres  

 

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

  Bush Community Center
2640 Kemper Lane

Full-size gym has basketball and volleyball leagues, as well as karate and aerobic classes.

Racquetball court.

Fitness room has strength training equipment and stationary bikes.

Outdoor pool, basketball court, handball court.

Youth programs include after school care for K-6 children. Homework time, recreational activities, and day camp are also offered.

Open teen lounge for the teenagers to hang out with their friends and enjoy the open game room with a pool table and computers.
  281-1286  

 
 

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

 
  Brew House
1047 E. McMillan St.
Fast bar food and great beer.
  961-9058  
         
  The Edgecliff Room
2200 Victory Parkway
A great outdoor patio and view of downtown. Steaks, chops, soups and salads.
  751-0933  
         
  Greenwich Tavern
2440 Gilbert Ave.
American cuisine, active bar scene.
  221-1151  
         
  ZZ's Pizza Company
2401 Gilbert Ave.
Gourmet pizzas with every possible topping from anchovies to pineapple. Also serving salads, pastas, subs and hoagies.
  559-0926  
         
  Giminetti Baking Co.
2900 Gilbert Ave.
Old World Bakery and Deli.
  751-7655  
         
  Walnut Hills is also home to the Harriet Beecher Stowe House on Gilbert Ave., which was a stop along the Underground Freedom Railroad for runaway slaves who were migrating from the South to the North.      
         
  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  
         
  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

     
  Walnut Hills Residents enjoy shopping along East McMillan, and other well-traveled arteries that run through Walnut Hills. A list of some of the most popular follow:      
         
  Family Dollar
911 East McMillan
  861-8658  
         
  Great Look Fashions
927 East McMillan
  281-8006  
         
  Sherman's Family Flower Shop
2917 Gilbert Ave.
  281-8305  
         
  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
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 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  

 
 

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

Faith Finder
 

 
  POLICE

     
  District Four
4150 Reading Rd.
Avondale
  352-3576  
         
  Neighborhood Sergeants
Ray Smith
Al Jones
  352-3902  
         
  Neighborhood Officer
Angela Vance
  352-3889  
         
     
  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.  
     
  FIRE

     
  Engine Company 23
1623 Madison Road at Moorman Ave.
Walnut Hills
  961-9767  

 
  Looking for a good book? You'll find plenty at the:
Walnut Hills Branch Library
2533 Kemper Ln.
  369-6053  
            
  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  

 
  Walnut Hills residents have an increased voice in the decisions that affect their neighborhood because of the presence of their local community council. The Walnut Hills Area 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.  
     
  Walnut Hills Area Council
President: Charles Clingman
Meeting Place: Victory Neighborhood Agency, 2615 Melrose Ave.
Meeting Time: 2nd Thursday of every mo
nth, 7:00 p.m.
 
     
  There are also a number of neighborhood development groups that enhance community building efforts in Walnut Hills:

Victory Neighborhood Services
2615 Melrose Ave.
President: Edward D. Thompson

Walnut Hills Planning Task Force
2336 St. James Ave.
Chair: Mayetta Reed

Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation
2601 Melrose Ave., Suite 100
Executive Director: Jim King

Jireh Development Corporation
1055 Laidlaw Ave.
Executive Director: Charles Clingman

MOD Living Incorporated
2608 Kemper Ln.
Project Coordinator: Martha Bachelor

O'bryonville Business Association
Contact: MaryAnn Ronckers
2041 Madison 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  

 
  The Greater Cincinnati area is proud to be the home of many world-renowned research and emergency medical care facilities.

Click here for more Hospital information.
 

 

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