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Lafayette 500
500 Lafayette Ave,
Cincinnati,
OH
45220
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About Lafayette 500
WExperience urban living just outside downtown Cincinnati at 500 Lafayette, a beautifully preserved luxury apartment community nestled in the heart of the Clifton Gaslight District. Located within walking distance of the vibrant Ludlow Avenue business district, residents enjoy access to eclectic local boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, a wine shop, yoga studios, flower shops, live music venues, the Clifton Library, Clifton Market, The Esquire Theatre, Graeter’s Ice Cream, and much more. Conveniently close to the Clifton Cultural Arts Center, University of Cincinnati, and world-class medical facilities, 500 Lafayette offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Downtown Cincinnati’s Music Hall, Findlay Market, and cultural attractions are just a short 12-minute drive away. Steeped in history, Lafayette Avenue was once known as the “Avenue of the Barons,” named after influential 19th-century leaders who shaped Clifton and Cincinnati. The street’s majestic estates, mature trees, and gardens continue to make it one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. Notable historical figures like Edward, Prince of Wales, and Charles Dickens have visited the neighborhood. Designed by renowned local architect Gustave Drach and built in 1916, 500 Lafayette originally served as housing for retired preachers and missionaries, a gift from philanthropist Ernest H. Huenefeld to Deaconess Bethesda Hospital. Now over 100 years old, this historic building offers unparalleled luxury apartments with a unique connection to Cincinnati’s rich heritage. Live the best of Cincinnati’s urban lifestyle at 500 Lafayette, where history, culture, and community come together.
Lafayette 500 is an apartment community located in Hamilton County and the 45220 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cincinnati Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Access to Dog Run and washing station
- Access to The Whitfield's Fitness Studio
- Fiber-optic television
- Quartz countertops
- Secured building
- Ceramic subway tile backsplash
- Oversized windows with spectacular views
- Tall ceilings (some up to 12')
- *Massive panoramic sundecks
- Access to Bicycle Repair Shop
- live remote mobile video intercom
Community Amenities
Elevator
Controlled Access
Recycling
Grill
- Controlled Access
- Recycling
- Online Services
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Vintage Building
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Yard
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Sprinkler System
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
- Yard
Location
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In Clifton there’s plenty to do and see. The rolling hills, lush parks and green spaces, hip shopping, and affordable apartments create a vibrancy in Clifton that can’t be ignored.
In addition to its active art scene, the neighborhood is encompassing of Mount Storm Park, Edgewood Grove Park, and the Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Locals enjoy the direct access to Interstate 75, making commutes in and around the city a breeze.
Clifton is just north of the 90-acre Burnet Woods Park and the University of Cincinnati campus. When you have a craving for something sweet or savory, head on over to the Clifton Gaslight District for every kind of cuisine imaginable. Clifton sits atop a hill overlooking the Northside, and Ludlow Avenue has been dubbed Cincinnati’s first “Main Street.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
Lafayette 500 is within 7 minutes or 2.2 miles from Cincinnati State. It is also near University of Cincinnati and Univ. of Cincinnati, Medical.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 5-12
2,582 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-7 & 9
680 Students
Nearby
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
1,155 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
151 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
183 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
92 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
486 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Cincinnati include Findlay Market-Race Station, Race & Elder, located 3.4 miles from Lafayette 500. Lafayette 500 is near Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International, located 18.9 miles or 35 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International
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Drive: | 35 min | 18.9 mi |
Time and distance from Lafayette 500.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
Lafayette 500 has 3 shopping centers within 2.7 miles, which is about a 7-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Burnet Woods
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Trailside Nature Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Buttercup Valley
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.2 mi |
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Avon Woods Natural Area/Preserve
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi |
Lafayette 500 has 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Burnet Woods, Trailside Nature Center, and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
Lafayette 500 has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Good Samaritan Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 67 min | 50.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 73 min | 55.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 75 min | 58.9 mi |
Lafayette 500 has 3 military bases within 58.9 miles, the nearest is Gentile Air Force Station which is 50.6 miles away and a 67 minute drive.
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500 Lafayette Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220