7.7 out of 10

Hyde Park

Ranked 4th best neighborhood in Cincinnati
39.1372722314229 -84.4381095128996
Great for
  • Shopping Options
  • Resale or Rental Value
  • Clean & Green
  • Eating Out
  • Neighborly Spirit
Not great for
  • Cost of Living
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Who lives here?
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Trendy & Stylish
  • Singles

Reviews

4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 4/5
  • Clean & Green 4/5
  • Pest Free 3/5
  • Peace & Quiet 4/5
  • Eating Out 4/5
  • Nightlife 3/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 4/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 3/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 3/5
  • Public Transport 3/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 3/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+
Editors Choice

"Hyde Park: Where Old Money Meets Young Professionals"

Hyde Park is an upscale neighborhood in the center of Cincinnati. The neighborhood was originally created to be an exclusive community for Cincinnati's wealthy elite. There are still a number of old moneyed families who live there; however, it is for the young professionals that Hyde Park holds special appeal today.

The heart of Hyde Park is Hyde Park Square located along Erie Avenue at Edwards Road. It is here you will find a variety of restaurants and unique boutiques, making Hyde Park not only a great place to live, but a destination. Hyde Park is a very pedestrian friendly neighborhood, with broad sidewalks and safe streets. There is on street metered parking along Hyde Park Square and the nearby streets, as well as a public lot off of Edwards Road and located behind some of the businesses.

Hyde Park has a number of excellent local dining options. Some neighborhood favorites are Teller's of Hyde Park, located in an old bank building on Erie; Arthur's on Edwards is known for its burgers and is a popular happy hour hangout; and Indigo Casual Gourmet features an eclectic mix of cuisine, including many vegetarian and healthy options. Further along Erie Avenue is the area known as East Hyde Park. East Hyde Park is home to some more great restaurants, including my favorite, Saigon Cafe, and more shops and bars. East Hyde Park offers more upscale housing and is home to the Hyde Park Country Club.

Hyde Park has some expensive homes, but not all of them are over-the-top unaffordable. You can actually find some quite decently priced homes in Hyde Park. Hyde Park rents, on the other hand, are higher than many other locations in the city due to it being a desirable zip code with many amenities. Hyde Park has an odd geographic configuration and many of the places you think are in Hyde Park are actually in neighboring communities. Ault Park is located in Mt. Lookout and Hyde Park Plaza is actually located in Oakley. The nearby outdoor shopping areas of Rookwood Commons and Rookwood Pavilion are actually located in Norwood. However, there are still many unique shops in Hyde Park, mainly on the Erie and Observatory Avenue corridors.
Pros
  • Beautiful properties
  • Good shopping
  • Near downtown and other nice neighborhoods
Cons
  • Expensive
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Hipsters
  • Students
  • Trendy & Stylish
5/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 4/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 5/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 5/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 5/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 4/5
  • Cost of Living 2/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 2/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"Everybody Wants to Live in Hyde Park"

I grew up just a few miles away from Hyde Park. I didn't know how upscale it was until I grew up. Other communities borrow Hyde Park's name to sound a bit more fabulous. (Some simply claim to be “near Hyde Park,” but was there ever really an "East Hyde Park" or did somebody make that up?)

Hyde Park has a few simple homes, but there are lots of vintage showplaces. New residences, apartments and condos are designed to fit right in. Most are walkable to everything. Public transportation can take them almost everywhere else.

Arts and Entertainment
-Hyde Park Art Show: a juried event with awards, every first Sunday in October. Regional fine artists and crafters set up canopies along Erie Ave.
-Miller Gallery on Erie
Unique eateries and Bars
Taco Casa: Cincinnati's fast food Mexican spot, has served up taco salads and burrito boats in Hyde park for several decades.
-Busken's 24 Hr. Bakery: donuts just as good as they were way back when.
-Wild Ginger Vietnamese and Sushi, Naked Pizza and Blue Elephant Sushi & Thai are also must-do restaurants.

Hyde Park shopping is walkable
Hyde Park Plaza
It's not an open air strip mall because that's trendy these days. That's the way it's always been. There are no clothing stores, but Radio Shack, Ace Hardware, Walgreen's, Michael's and other shops line the plaza. There's also...
-Legacies Consignment: furniture, art and jewelry sold to benefit the Cancer Support Community.
-Hyde Park Kroger: nice selection of wines, prepared foods, and a freestanding Starbucks.

Hyde Park Square
It's a Cincinnati city park with a fountain, right in the middle of Erie Ave. On either side and on nearby Edwards Rd. are trendy boutiques, restaurants and a Graeter's Bakery, selling ice cream that's a Cincinnati tradition.
-Hyde Bark Family Pet Center: cutesy stuff for your family pet
-World of Beads; because sometimes you feel the urge to make something.
-Farmer's Market: Sundays through October, 9:30 a.m. To 1:30 p.m.

Parks and Recreation
-Hyde Park Golf and Country Club (Private)
-Hyde Park Tennis Club (Private)
-Cincinnati Observatory and Ault Park are nearby in Mount Lookout

Medical facilities
-Medical professionals have offices in Hyde Park
-Hyde Park Veterinary Clinic

Cincinnati Public Schools
-Withrow High School: the “gentle slopes and lofty tower” are the same as decades ago.
-Mt Washington Elementary on Edwards Rd

Private schools
St. Mary's Catholic Elementary on Erie
Summit nearby in O'bryonville
Purcell Marion nearby in Walnut Hills
Hyde Park Preschool and Toddler Enrichment on Hyde Park Ave.

It's a quiet and safe neighborhood if you can afford it.
Pros
  • Beautiful properties
  • Good shopping
  • Near downtown and other nice neighborhoods
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Homogenous
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Trendy & Stylish
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2yrs+
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4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 4/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 5/5
  • Shopping Options 5/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 2/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 3/5
  • Cost of Living 1/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
  • Public Transport 2/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 5/5
  • Childcare 3/5
2yrs+

"Hyde Park: Upscale Living in the Heart of Cincinnati"

Hyde Park is probably best known for its private schools, country clubs and beautiful properties. Living in one of the neighborhood’s historic, elegant homes is a dream-come-true for many Cincinnatians, but naturally comes at a cost. Finding a classic “Hyde Park house” under $300,000 is difficult, while some are listed at over $5 million.

Though property in Hyde Park is not cheap, living in the area does have its benefits. Some of Cincinnati’s best private schools are located nearby, including Ursula Academy and the Summit Country Day. The neighborhood is also known for its low crime ratings and is great for shopping.

Shopping areas within Hyde Park include Hyde Park Plaza, your run-of-the-mill strip mall; Rookwood Commons & Pavilion, made up of popular, high-end stores and well-known eateries; the O’Bryonville shopping district, comprised of a string of chic salons and shops; and finally the well-manicured Hyde Park Square, lined with fashionable boutiques, nostalgic breakfast diners and unparalleled people-watching opportunities. While a car is recommended for trips outside the neighborhood, Hyde Park’s picturesque sidewalk-lined streets are perfect for both pedestrians and cyclists.

Unlike more progressive neighborhoods in Cincinnati, such as Clifton and Mt. Adams, Hyde Park is widely known as a conservative part of town. It is characterized by wealth and is geared heavily toward families. Many residents frequent the nearby country clubs, which include the Hyde Park Golf & Country Club as well as the Cincinnati Country Club.

Hyde Park is a beautiful, pristine area situated near the heart of Cincinnati. A short drive down Columbia Parkway will take you straight into downtown, while a drive in the other direction brings you to Mt. Lookout, a cultural hub full of countless bars, restaurants, and other nightlife opportunities. Those looking for a conventional upscale community in the heart of Cincinnati may find Hyde Park to be the neighborhood they’ve been searching for.
Pros
  • Beautiful properties
  • Good shopping
  • Near downtown and other nice neighborhoods
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Homogenous
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Trendy & Stylish

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Best Streets in Hyde Park

1

Erie Ave

4/5
"Erie Ave: A Perfect Blend of Residential and Business"
39.1382970304202 -84.4300407196887
2

Grandin Rd

4/5
"Grandin Road is, indeed, quite grand"
39.1288198714513 -84.453291410396

Unranked Streets in Hyde Park

Edwards Rd

2.5/5
"Edwards Road covers it all from businesses to stately homes"
39.1274015000403 -84.444477501071
"Observatory Avenue observes family living in an upscale neighborhood"
39.138060511995 -84.4541441792292

Delta Ave

2.5/5
"Delta Avenue connects Hyde Park to Columbia Parkway"
39.1281540880261 -84.4311406385562

Madison Rd

3.5/5
39.1420359419197 -84.4484877390548

Marburg Ave

3.5/5
39.1424285000497 -84.4221745019308

Michigan Ave

2.5/5
"Michigan Avenue combines business and single-family living"
39.1361637190269 -84.442000592378

Paxton Ave

3.5/5
39.1359817549122 -84.4342328878

Saybrook Ave

2.5/5
"A quiet residential street"
39.1424818343494 -84.4140073023412

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