Idlewood / Xavier University, Cincinnati
Is Idlewood / Xavier University a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe3417
Medium3129
Low5077
Other12148
274 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape90
Child involved79
Assault31
Other97
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 conducted a possible traffic stop with one person on Red Bank Road near a commercial address and later cleared from the scene. | Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227 | Traffic |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$780,651
Average Rent
$1,191
Vacancy Rate
4.6%
Overview
Idlewood / Xavier University is an urban Cincinnati neighborhood with a median home price of $780,651 and average rent of $1,191. It has a vacancy rate of 4.6%, indicating strong demand.
The neighborhood is notable for its historic residences, with 59.2% built in 1939 or earlier, and a high share of small apartment buildings uncommon nationally.
UrbanHistoric HomesCollege Friendly
Quick Facts
| Historic Homes | 59.2% built 1939 or earlier |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of large to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Apartment Buildings | 31.2% are small 2-4 unit buildings |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Large to small single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic homes offers architectural charm.
Strong presence of small apartment buildings uncommon nationally.
Families & Lifestyle
Idlewood / Xavier University is low income with a high child poverty rate and a large share of graduate-educated adults.
College Friendly — Popular with college students and young professionals, rated top 0.4% in Ohio for college friendliness.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 59.9% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 28.3% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Rate | 59.9% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 47.1% |
| Top Ancestries | German 26.9%, English 22.2%, Irish 9.5%, Italian 7.1%, Polish 3.7% |
| Top Languages | English 93.1%, Italian, Spanish, Greek (0.8%) |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with a notable share walking to work.
Idlewood / Xavier University offers very short commutes and walkability.
Short Commutes — 40.7% commute under 15 minutes.
Walkability — 19.0% walk to work, among highest nationally.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.3% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 19.0% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 5.8% |
Homes for sale near 45229
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
$780,651, more expensive than 98.4% of Ohio neighborhoods.
Is this neighborhood good for college students?
Yes, it ranks in the top 0.4% of college-friendly places in Ohio.