Over the Rhine East Neighborhood
Is Cincinnati, OH (Over the Rhine East) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe820
Medium851
Low1090
Other3710
108 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape36
Child involved23
Assault8
Other48
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 convenience store on Cleves Warsaw Pike for a possible unattended business. A caller reported the front door was locked but ajar, customers were inside, and no employees were visible. | Cleves Warsaw Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45238 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discuss a vehicle that reportedly fled from Delhi. The white Pontiac was last seen traveling eastbound on Warsaw Avenue near Colonial, with a temporary tag noted on the top right corner. | Warsaw Ave, Cincinnati, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported a white Pontiac fleeing a traffic stop near Anderson Ferry Road in Covedale. The vehicle, described as having a temporary tag, apparently continued at very high speed through nearby roads including Warsaw, Simrock Trail, Cleander, and areas past Colonial before moving through the Covedale area. Units advised they were not in an active pursuit while attempting to track its direction of travel. | Anderson Ferry Rd, Covedale, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a laundromat on Warsaw Avenue for a reported rear door alarm. | Warsaw Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45205 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a school-related facility near Bridgetown Road after a school radio repeatedly transmitted an open silent mic with no response, and no trouble was heard. | Bridgetown Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45248 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to an apparent disturbance at an apartment parking lot near Harrison Avenue, where a group of about eight to ten people was reported to be shooting off fireworks. | Harrison Ave # D4, Cincinnati, OH 45211 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews are dispatched to a reported poisoning near Milberton Court by Dove Hill Lane in Green Township. | Milverton Ct, Cincinnati, OH 45248 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible poisoning at a residence on Milverton Court near Dove Hill Lane in Cincinnati. | Milverton Ct, Cincinnati, OH 45248 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an environmental emergency occurred near the intersection of Greenwell Avenue and Delhi Park Drive, close to Delhi Road. | Delhi Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45238 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 44-year-old female appears to have heat exhaustion and ankle pain at the plasma donation center parking lot near Delhi Road. | Delhi Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45238 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$499,255
Average Rent
$2,748
Vacancy Rate
13.8%
Over the Rhine East Neighborhood Overview
Over the Rhine East is a densely urban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, known for its historic residences and high walkability.
Most homes are small to medium apartments, with 86.7% being studios or one- to two-bedroom units, and 69.3% of residences built in 1939 or earlier.
UrbanHistoric HomesHighly Walkable
Quick Facts
| Walkability | Among most walkable in U.S. |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Over the Rhine East is dominated by small to medium apartment buildings, with a majority renter occupancy and a large share of historic homes.
| Historic Homes | 69.3% built 1939 or earlier |
|---|---|
| Small Unit Share | 86.7% studios or 1-2 bedrooms |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood features a high concentration of historic residences, appealing to lovers of older architecture.
One of the most walkable neighborhoods in America, ideal for those valuing urban lifestyle.
Families & Lifestyle
Over the Rhine East is home to many young, single professionals and urban sophisticates, with a high rate of residents living alone.
Young Professionals — The neighborhood has more young, single professionals than 96.1% of U.S. neighborhoods, supporting an active nightlife and urban culture.
| Bachelor's Degree Holders | 76.7% |
|---|---|
| Living Alone | 50.6% |
| Children in Poverty | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree Holders | 76.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| English Speakers | 95.5% |
| Top Ancestries | German (36.3%), Irish (11.9%), Italian (6.5%), English (5.2%), Scots-Irish (3.1%) |
Commute
Many residents work from home or walk to work, reflecting the neighborhood’s urban and creative economy.
Over the Rhine East offers short commutes with a high share of residents working from home or walking.
High Work From Home — Over one-third of residents work remotely, reflecting a creative and tech-oriented economy.
Walkable Commutes — Nearly 16% walk to work, among the highest rates nationally.
| Work From Home Rate | 34.8% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work Rate | 15.9% |
| Drive Alone Rate | 40.9% |
| Shortest Commute Range | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 45051
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$4,900,000
5 bd | 7 ba | 16,000 sqft
943 Squire Oaks Dr
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$330,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,500 sqft
1896 Falcon Crest Cir
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$459,900
4 bd | 4 ba | 3,692 sqft
5916 Cleves Warsaw Pike
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$459,900
4 bd | 4 ba | 3,692 sqft
5912 Cleves Warsaw Pike
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$319,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,540 sqft
202 Shaker Heights Ln
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$95,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 946 sqft
2435 Montana Ave Unit 11
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$220,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,084 sqft
2112 Clareglen Ct Unit 202
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$184,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,114 sqft
2097 Clareglen Dr #102
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$199,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,158 sqft
490 Mount Hope Ave Unit 508
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$199,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,136 sqft
2276 Edenderry Dr Unit 300
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
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4 bd | 3 ba | 3,045 sqft
Leland Plan, Sanctuary Village
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$110,500
2 bd | 1 ba | 1,014 sqft
2680 Lehman Rd Unit C-205
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$139,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,056 sqft
2500 Warsaw Ave Unit 10
Mount Saint Joseph, OH, 45051
$499,700
3 bd | 4 ba | 2,479 sqft
256 Meridian Way #9-504
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
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2 bd | 2 ba | 2,276 sqft
NAPLES Plan, Sanctuary Village Estates
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$520,000
3 bd | 4 ba | 2,380 sqft
262 Meridian Way #9-501
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
$515,000
3 bd | 4 ba | 2,456 sqft
258 Meridian Way #9-503
Mount Saint Joseph, KY, 45051
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Over the Rhine East?
The median home price is $499,255, more expensive than 85.6% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How educated are residents?
76.7% of adults have at least a bachelor's degree, higher than 96.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.