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3CDC completes $5.1M purchase of former church campus in Over-the-Rhine

The 3CDC Over-the-Rhine purchase is complete, with the development corporation acquiring the former St. Francis Seraph Church campus for $5.1 million. The transaction gives Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) control of seven parcels in one of Cincinnati’s historic neighborhoods. According to Hamilton County auditor records cited by the Cincinnati Business Courier, OTR Holdings, a…

ByNina Oliverio1 day ago0Comments

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Mortgage rates worsen home affordability as buyers struggle with down payments

Mortgage rates are making homeownership more difficult for Americans already struggling with housing affordability. High borrowing costs, rising upfront expenses and limited savings are creating additional barriers for prospective buyers, while existing homeowners face difficult decisions about selling their properties. The housing market faces pressure from both sides. Buyers must find enough money for a…

ByNina OliverioOctober 29, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati apartments are getting smaller as new units average 849 square feet

The sizes in Cincinnati apartments are shrinking, with new units averaging 849 square feet, according to a new RentCafe report. They have fallen by 52 square feet over the past decade, the report found. The change affects different apartment types at different rates. Studios have seen the largest decline, while developers have increased the share…

ByNina OliverioAugust 31, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Housing Inventory Grows as Fed’s Hike Odds Fade

Greater Cincinnati had 3,271 homes actively listed for sale in July. This was 5.7% more than a year earlier, according to the REALTOR® Alliance of Greater Cincinnati. Three weeks later, Federal Reserve minutes showed several policymakers had favored a quarter-point rate increase at their July meeting. Even so, the committee held its benchmark rate steady.…

ByAdam KoehlerAugust 24, 20260Comments

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Apartment renovation projects drive rental upgrades across Cincinnati

The Cincinnati housing market continues to see strong investment in apartment renovations and rental property improvements. Developers, landlords, and affordable housing organizations are directing millions of dollars toward upgrades that modernize older buildings while preserving existing housing units. These projects range from historic rehabilitations and office-to-apartment conversions to large-scale affordable housing renovations. Demand for updated…

ByNina OliverioJune 15, 20260Comments

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Rising downtown office vacancy shifts Cincinnati commercial real estate trends

A surge in downtown office vacancy is pushing local developers to rethink traditional commercial properties. City leaders face new challenges as downtown office vacancy impacts the broader Cincinnati real estate landscape. The persistent rise in downtown office vacancy is permanently reshaping the heart of Cincinnati’s business district. With downtown office vacancy reaching historic highs, local…

ByNina OliverioJune 5, 20260Comments

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Why home insurance Cincinnati policies cost more in 2026

Finding affordable home insurance Cincinnati providers offer requires comparison shopping today. Reviewing your home insurance Cincinnati coverage early helps avoid payment shock later. Several elements push your premium costs upward right now. Insurance companies face higher operational expenses and more frequent claims. They pass these elevated costs directly to policyholders through premium increases. Finding cheap…

ByNina OliverioJune 2, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati apartment vacancy rates shift amid record rental demand trends

The recent changes in Cincinnati apartment vacancy rates are reshaping the local housing landscape for both landlords and tenants. Understanding what drives Cincinnati apartment vacancy rates is essential for navigating the current rental market. The local housing market is experiencing a significant transformation this year. Renters are staying in their apartments much longer because buying…

ByNina OliverioJune 1, 20260Comments

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Record university enrollment fuels the student housing Cincinnati boom in 2026

The massive influx of undergraduates is reshaping the student housing Cincinnati landscape in 2026. Finding affordable student housing Cincinnati requires renters to start their search earlier than ever. The University of Cincinnati recently surpassed a historic milestone. Fall 2025 enrollment reached 53,682 students. Projections indicate the student body will easily exceed 54,000 this year. This…

ByNina OliverioMay 28, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati historic tax credits fuel $180M redevelopment push

Historic tax credits are driving more than $180 million in redevelopment proposals across Cincinnati. It has become a major financing tool for developers restoring aging buildings in Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine. Cincinnati developers submitted 19 applications during Ohio’s latest Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program round, according to reporting from WKRC Local 12. The projects collectively…

ByNina OliverioMay 11, 20260Comments

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3CDC completes $5.1M purchase of former church campus in Over-the-Rhine

Mortgage rates worsen home affordability as buyers struggle with down payments

Cincinnati apartments are getting smaller as new units average 849 square feet

Cincinnati Housing Inventory Grows as Fed’s Hike Odds Fade

Apartment renovation projects drive rental upgrades across Cincinnati

Rising downtown office vacancy shifts Cincinnati commercial real estate trends

Why home insurance Cincinnati policies cost more in 2026

Cincinnati apartment vacancy rates shift amid record rental demand trends

Record university enrollment fuels the student housing Cincinnati boom in 2026

Cincinnati historic tax credits fuel $180M redevelopment push

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