{"id":67,"date":"2015-09-15T20:44:30","date_gmt":"2015-09-15T20:44:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cincyrents.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2026-04-26T22:25:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T02:25:57","slug":"cincinnati-neighborhood-pleasant-ridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cincyrents.com\/blog\/2015\/09\/15\/cincinnati-neighborhood-pleasant-ridge\/","title":{"rendered":"Better Know a Cincinnati Neighborhood: Pleasant Ridge (Updated for 2020)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pleasant Ridge is a neighborhood on the northeast edge of the City of Cincinnati. \u00a0Lots of helpful information can be found on their official website<\/a>\u00a0or on their Wikipedia<\/a> page. \u00a0Streetadvisor.com rates Pleasant Ridge<\/a> as the third best neighborhood in Cincinnati. \u00a0They say that the neighborhood is great for its “Neighborly Spirit, Parks & Recreation, Childcare, Public Transport, and Cost of Living.”<\/p>\n

Pleasant Ridge is home to a very nice and highly accessible public library<\/a>. \u00a0It has a parking lot, is on two metro bus routes, and has several days with evening hours. \u00a0Pleasant Ridge also features public pool, playgrounds,\u00a0 basketball courts, soccer and softball fields. Those who are interested in the arts will want to check out the Kennedy Heights Cultural Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Pleasant Ridge Library<\/p><\/div>\n

Families have a number of educational options in Pleasant Ridge. \u00a0In addition to access to Walnut Hills (Ohio’s top public high school), a Cincinnati Public Schools magnet school, options include\u00a0Pleasant Ridge Montessori<\/a>,\u00a0which is highly touted by parents, and Kennedy Heights Montessori<\/a>. \u00a0Nativity School<\/a> is another choice, for those seeking a religious educational experience. \u00a0Pleasant Ridge also offers technologically based education at TCP World Academy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

As for food and entertainment, the neighborhood is home to several local favorites, including:<\/p>\n

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  • Revolution Rotisserie<\/a> – They boast the world’s best rotisserie chicken and handcrafted pies.\u00a0 With a full-service bar this is a good destination for a full meal or just getting a drink with friends.<\/li>\n
  • Lonely Pine Steakhouse<\/a> – An authentic Texas steakhouse in an intimate setting in the heart of the central business district.<\/li>\n
  • Nine Giant Brewing<\/a> – A favorite amongst Cincinnati’s many breweries.\u00a0 Located centrally in Pleasant Ridge with easy access to food and entertainment.<\/li>\n
  • The Coffee Exchange<\/a> – A great community coffee shop in a new location that also features lots of excellent pastries.\u00a0 It has lots of space to spread out and work or group tables for meeting in a public place.<\/li>\n
  • The Loving Hut<\/a> – A local vegan eatery with rave reviews!<\/li>\n
  • Pleasant Ridge Chili<\/a> – The local late-night diner that features its own Cincinnati chili recipe as well as legendary gravy cheese fries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Quick Facts for Renters:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Updated 06\/17\/2020<\/p>\n

    Population:<\/em> 31,057
    \nMedian Age:<\/em> 36
    \nMedian Home Price:<\/em> $164,354
    \nMedian Rent<\/em>: $640
    \nCost of Living:<\/em> The cost of living in Pleasant Ridge is 5% greater than the Cincinnati average.
    \nAverage Commute to Downtown:<\/em>     12 – 16 minutes<\/a><\/p>\n

    Sources<\/em>: Area Vibes<\/a>, City-Data.com<\/a><\/p>\n