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Live in Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio

Discover newly built townhomes and single-family homes in downtown Cincinnati's sought-after east side. Designed for walkable convenience, each residence qualifies for a full 15-year LEED tax abatement.

  • 15-Year Tax Abatement
  • Low-Maintenance Living
  • Semi-Custom Options

Why You’ll Love Life in Cincinnati

We build in Cincinnati because its historic neighborhoods are filling in with vibrant retail and entertainment, offering an on-the-go urban lifestyle without sacrificing neighborhood local charm.

Architectural Richness

From St. Francis Church to grand mansions from the late-19th and early-20th-century, Cincinnati neighborhoods have unique architectural richness. Residential areas like Uplands and the East Walnut Hills Historic District stay grounded in their distinct charm.

Smiling couple standing on the front steps of a modern brick townhome, holding a small tan dog between them in front of their new home.

Turn-Key Lifestyle

Homebuyers can enjoy the city without heavy upkeep. Newer homes popping up within walking distance of trendy destinations offer a lock-and-leave lifestyle that appeals to everyone from young residents to retirees.

Outdoor market in Washington Park with Cincinnati Music Hall in the background in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Plenty of "Third Spaces"

Neighborhoods like Over-the-Rhine, Hyde Park, Northside, and Oakley are dense with local shops and meetup spots. Districts like DeSales Corner boast hot spots like Mochiko and The Fix Coffeehouse that make it easy to connect in the community.

Closeness to Everything

Neighborhoods like East Walnut Hills sit only 3 miles from the city's business district. Streetcars let you hop from dinner in Over-the-Rhine to a Reds game at the Great American Ballpark, an FC Cincinnati match at TQL Stadium, or waterfront pickleball and outdoor concerts in the Cincinnati Riverfront District.

Sprawling green lawns and views of the standpipe from Eden Park, Cincinnati, Ohio

Ample Urban Parks

Cincinnati is dense with green spaces. Enjoy Washington Park by the Cincinnati Music Hall. Explore hundreds of acres across Alms, Ault, and Eden Parks—home to the free Cincinnati Art Museum and Krohn Conservatory.

Strong Employer Base

Strong job options drive home values downtown. Downtown Cincinnati is home to major employers including Procter & Gamble, Kroger, and Fifth Third Bank, plus the University of Cincinnati and the Uptown medical district within a short commute.

Tax Benefits of a LEED Silver Home in Cincinnati

Homes in Cincinnati built to LEED standards qualify for a special tax savings program. You only pay taxes on the land, while the value of your new home is completely tax-exempt.

New homes at Everly by Onyx+East qualify for the maximum 15-year abatement. That benefit stays with the property, letting original owners transfer the tax savings to a buyer if they move before the term ends.

Learn more about the Community Reinvestment Area Tax Program

Dual Downtown Transit Systems

Cincinnati makes it easy to leave the car at home while moving around the city. Two popular transit systems intersect at the riverfront: the Southbank Shuttle, offering $2 rides over the river to Kentucky, and fare-free Cincinnati Connector streetcar.

Unlike most urban light rail systems, which are generally designed for commuters, the Connector's 3.6-mile loop was built to link the city's top hospitality and entertainment districts. You can connect from the northern Brewery District all the way south to the riverfront parks, accessing TQL Stadium, Great American Ball Park, Aronoff Center for the Arts, Over-the-Rhine, and other popular attractions along the way.

Get to know the Connector station map

Did You Know?

Cincinnati rebounded from one of the biggest population declines of any U.S. city in the early 2000s. They did it through major reinvestment, focusing on revitalizing neighborhoods that had been historically overlooked.

Over-the-Rhine is a great example. Anyone who lived in Cincinnati in the 90’s knows it’s an area that struggled after highway construction led to residents relocating to the suburbs. The city reinvested. Now, it’s one of the city’s top destinations for brunches and stroller walks. 

By the official 2020 U.S. Census, the city saw its biggest 10-year population gain since 1950. City incentives continue to support property value for Cincinnati’s downtown homeowners.