Avondale West, Cincinnati
Is Avondale West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe3758
Medium3628
Low5551
Other13646
305 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape100
Child involved72
Assault31
Other123
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible child welfare concern near Glen Meadow Lane, where a 14-year-old was reportedly unable to reach their mother and a neighbor appeared to call for assistance. | Glenmeadow Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible alarm issue at a business on Madison Road after a report of an open signal and invalid user, then checked the location and cleared. | Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a reported verbal disturbance between a man and a woman at an apartment near Vine Street in Cincinnati. The caller reports hearing arguing and banging sounds, and the situation may involve possible mental health issues for one person. | Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and police units responded to the Shell on Colerain Avenue for a CBRN-related call after a caller reported a suspicious gray box with a red button in front of the car wash; some responding units were later advised to disregard. | Rachel St & Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Mitchell Avenue involving a black Chevrolet Cruze that appeared to pull into a gas station. The vehicle had an Ohio temporary tag, which was checked and reported as valid. | Mitchell Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers and fire crews responded to a report of a suspicious long gray box with buttons near the car wash area of a gas station at Colerain Avenue and Hopple. Units remained on scene while fire personnel checked the item. | Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Item |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched for a reported suspicious package at the Shell gas station at 2974 Colerain Avenue near Rachel Street and Hopple Street in Cincinnati. | Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Package |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates officers were handling a possible intrusion alarm at a store location, and one related matter at a UDF site was later disregarded. | Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45212 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a suspicious vehicle reported running for several hours near an address on Reading Road. The vehicle was registered to a nearby apartment, and one person was later detained. | Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible verbal disturbance involving a non-compliant person reportedly banging on a neighbor’s door near the 3000 block of Marshall Avenue in Cincinnati. | Marshall Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$452,346
Average Rent
$1,618
Vacancy Rate
19.9%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Avondale West is a suburban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a median home price of $452,346 and an average rent of $1,618.
The neighborhood has a very high vacancy rate of 19.9%, with many small 2-4 unit apartment buildings making up 39.1% of the housing stock.
SuburbanSmall Apartment BuildingsVery High Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | Very High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small apartment buildings and single-family homes, many historic, with a very high vacancy rate.
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 39.1% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very high, indicating many empty buildings.
Small multi-unit buildings are a major part of the housing stock.
Families & Lifestyle
Avondale West has an exceptionally high share of single mother households and high child poverty.
Family Challenges — High rates of single mother households and child poverty indicate social challenges.
| Single Mother Households | Higher than 99.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 67.4% |
Demographics
| Sales and Service Occupations | 36.8% |
|---|---|
| Clerical, Assistant, and Tech Support Occupations | 30.8% |
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 18.6% |
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 13.8% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 11.9% |
| African Ancestry | 11.9% |
| English Speakers | 96.6% |
| Italian and Spanish Speakers | Present |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a high rate of carpooling and some bus use.
Avondale West features moderate commute times with a notably high carpool rate and some bus use.
Moderate Commutes — Most commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
High Carpooling — Carpooling rate is among the highest nationally.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 62.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 56.5% |
| Carpool to Work | 33.5% |
| Bus Commute | 8.3% |
Homes for sale near 45220
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Avondale West?
The median home price is $452,346, more expensive than 86.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 19.9%, higher than 87.5% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating many empty homes or apartments.