Aerial view of The Banks mixed-use development and Great American Ball Park along the Cincinnati riverfront at sunset.

Cincinnati planning commission approves new phase of The Banks development

The Banks’ development plan adds new housing, retail, and public spaces along Cincinnati’s riverfront. The development project for The Banks received approval from the Cincinnati Planning Commission for a large-scale expansion that will add residential buildings, retail space, entertainment venues, offices, and new public amenities over the next decade. The Cincinnati Planning Commission approved updated…

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Cincinnati rental market

Cincinnati rental market shows steady growth, strong demand in 2026

The Cincinnati rental market conditions in 2026 show steady rent growth and sustained demand. It continues to attract renters due to its relative affordability and stable economic conditions.  Rent prices in the region remain lower than the national average, but they are rising gradually. Demand remains strong across multiple neighborhoods, particularly in urban and revitalized…

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Illustration of the Cincinnati skyline featuring a construction crane, building blueprints, and an "approved" stamp, representing urban development and zoning reforms.

Cincinnati zoning reforms accelerate local housing construction and reduce red tape

The latest data reveals that the new Cincinnati zoning reforms are actively cutting development red tape. City officials expect these Cincinnati zoning reforms to continuously boost local housing production over the next decade. The initial impacts of the Connected Communities legislation are finally becoming clear. The targeted rule changes passed in June 2024 are successfully…

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affordable housing funding


Affordable housing funding surge: FHLB Cincinnati commits $51.9M to tri-state development

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati (FHLB) has announced its largest-ever round of affordable housing funding, committing nearly $51.9 million in grants to support development across Kentucky, Ohio, and Tennessee.  This year’s expanded initiative illustrates how crucial affordable housing funding has become as communities push to meet rising demand for safe, quality homes.…

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