Thinking About Moving to Cincinnati?
Dynamic, connected, and rich with opportunity
—here’s a taste of what life looks like in The Queen City.
Why People Move Here
- Strong job market and Fortune 500 presence
- Diverse neighborhoods and suburban living options
- Major league sports and entertainment
- Riverfront development and walkable districts
- Access to parks, arts, and cultural institutions
Cost of Living & Housing Snapshot
Cincinnati offers a competitive cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas in the Midwest and beyond.
Housing OVERVIEW
~
$260K
Median Home Price
(2025 Estimate)
$1,100–$1,600
Median
Rent
3–8% lower
Cost of Living vs.
National Average
Mod Rate
Property
Taxes
What Your Budget Can Buy
$200K-
$350K
Updated Home or
Newer Townhomes
400K-
$600K
Larger Homes in
Top Suburbs
$700K
and Up
Luxury Homes or Historic Homes
schools, jobs, and opportunities
Cincinnati is home to several major corporations and continues to grow in healthcare, logistics, advanced manufacturing, and consumer goods.
Major Employers
- Procter & Gamble
- Kroger
- Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
- UC Health
- Fifth Third Bank
- General Electric Aviation (regional operations)
Resources
The region benefits from a strong logistics network, international airport access, and continued riverfront redevelopment.
Life Style and Things to do
Cincinnati combines historic architecture with modern entertainment and outdoor access.
Outdoors & Recreation
- Smale Riverfront Park
- Cincinnati Nature Center
- Little Miami Scenic Trail
- Ault Park
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
- Cincinnati Art Museum
- Aronoff Center for the Arts
- Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
- Findlay Market
Sports & Local Favorites
- Cincinnati Reds (MLB)
- Cincinnati Bengals (NFL)
- FC Cincinnati (MLS)
- Over-the-Rhine dining and nightlife
Transportation and commuting
Cincinnati offers multiple commuting corridors and regional access.
~23
Minutes
Average
Commute
I-71, I-75,
I-275
Accessible
Highways
Cincinnati
International
Closest
Major Airport
Southwest OH RTA
Public
Transit
Pro's and Con's of living in Dayton
Pros
- Strong corporate job market
- Major league sports and cultural amenities
- Distinct neighborhoods with character
- Riverfront revitalization and growth
- Diverse suburban living options
Cons
- Hilly terrain and winter weather
- Traffic congestion in peak corridors
- Property taxes vary widely by municipality
Ready to Relocate to Cincinnati?
Coldwell Banker Heritage’s Relocation Department supports individuals, families, military personnel and corporate clients moving to the Greater Dayton and Creater Cincinnati areas.
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