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Not Recommended....
2
rating
By
mjc86 (
Mar 13, 2016)
I was new to Cincinnati and looking for an area to live. My criteria included i)safe ii)convenient to where I needed to go. Researching online Clifton sounded like a good option and I stayed near McAlpin/Lafayette area. However, I did not find it to be a happy place...I didn't fe ...Read More
el safe walking around after dark or going for a long jog, the 'gaslight area on ludlow' offered little, I didn't think it was convenient at all to grocery stores or other daily shopping. (also, the closest kroger constantly has a police officer outside of it...which made me wonder where I was). It's labeled a 'diverse' neighborhood and I would say that is very fair. Most people I came across were either in their 70s and had lived in huge mansions for 30+ years, in their 20s partying through college, or facing economic challenges. People did not say hello or smile to me on the streets. Also, to get anywhere you have to drive through other neighborhoods which are known to be 'bad' parts of town. I have since moved to Oakley and I'm much happier.
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Family friendlyPublic transit is accessibleWalkable to grocery storesYards are well-keptLots of parksWalkable to restaurantsFriendly neighbors Safe at night Pet friendly Streets have sidewalksA quiet areaSense of community
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Compare Cincinnati, OH Livability
A+
Amenities
Are there many local amenities in
Clifton?
Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.
Parks
Edgewood Grove Park
Clifton Plaza
Mount Storm Park
Forest and Irving Recreation Area
Clifton Meadows Swim Club
Burnet Woods
Bishop Park
Haven Recreation Area
Entertainment
Clifton Performance Theatre
Esquire Theatre
Temple of Love
Lemur Lookout
Night Hunters
Cougar
Malayan Tiger
Indian Rhino
Food & Drink
Back Alley Bar
Graeter’s Ice Cream
Ludlow Wines
Arlin’s Bar & Restaurant
United Dairy Farmers
Bruegger's Bagels
White Castle
DAAP Cafe
A+
Commute
Is public transit available in Clifton?
Of all people who commute,
6.7% take public transportation in
Clifton.