Queen City Guide
Neighborhoods

Loveland

Trail town • Riverfront • Community-oriented

Loveland is a northeastern suburban community centered on a traditional downtown, the Little Miami River, and the regional bike trail.

At a Glance

Queen City Rating

8.2

Safety

9.0

Family Fit

9.4

Average Home Price

$395,302 Redfin median: $395,302 · Jul 2026
How This Rating Was Built

Scores, weights, and sources

Provisional Data reviewed September 2026 research pass

Each component is scored from 0–5. The weighted result is doubled for the 0–10 Queen City Rating shown above. A score remains provisional until every component has a documented, reviewable source record.

Safety

4.5/5
30% of overall rating

Editorial assessment; direct source record pending verification

Direct source pending verification

Family Fit

4.7/5
25% of overall rating

Editorial assessment; direct source record pending verification

Direct source pending verification

Affordability

3.1/5
25% of overall rating

Editorial assessment; direct source record pending verification

Direct source pending verification

Commute & Access

3.3/5
10% of overall rating

Editorial assessment; direct source record pending verification

Direct source pending verification

Amenities & Daily Life

4.6/5
10% of overall rating

Editorial assessment; direct source record pending verification

Direct source pending verification

Geography note: Neighborhood, police, school, census, and housing-market boundaries may differ. Read each source note before comparing communities.

Formula: Safety 30% + Family Fit 25% + Affordability 25% + Commute & Access 10% + Amenities & Daily Life 10%.

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About Loveland

A Closer Look at Loveland

Loveland is a city in Hamilton, Clermont, and Warren counties in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Ohio. The population was 13,307 at the 2020 census.

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The Fit Check

Best For

  • Trail and outdoor accessThe Little Miami Scenic Trail and river are central to Loveland's identity.
  • People who want a real downtownLoveland's compact center offers restaurants, events and local businesses in a walkable setting.
  • Suburban buyers who want characterThe city combines older neighborhoods with newer suburban choices.

The Feel

  • Trail town
  • Riverfront
  • Community-oriented

Know Before You Go

  • People needing a short downtown Cincinnati commuteLoveland sits farther northeast than Cincinnati's inner suburbs.
  • Buyers expecting the whole city to be walkableThe walkable core is strong, but most residential areas still require driving.
  • Buyers focused on the lowest possible entry priceLoveland's popularity and northeast location can put prices above many west-side and inner-ring alternatives.

Our Take

Loveland stands out because its downtown, Little Miami River and bike trail give it a stronger sense of place than many suburban communities. It works well for people who want outdoor access and a recognizable small-city center while still having suburban housing options. The tradeoff is that the area stretches beyond the walkable core, so most residents still depend on a car for daily life.

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Living in Loveland

Homes & Neighborhoods

Redfin's latest three-month measure through July 2026 shows a median sale price of $395,302 in Loveland, down 7.8% year over year. Homes sold in a median 41 days, with 53 sales in the period. Loveland combines an older walkable core near the Little Miami Trail with established subdivisions and newer suburban housing farther from downtown.

$395,302Typical Home Price
6.2Affordability
6.6Commute
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