Cleves

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Cleves, OH Area Guide

Avg Rent

$782

Population

3,072

Renter Mix

24% Rent

Enjoy riverfront views and a quick commute to Cincinnati

Family-Friendly Wooded Upscale Affordable Community Commuter

Located just off of the Ohio River and the Ohio-Kentucky state line, Cleves is a charming little city that features sprawling woodlands, upscale residential neighborhoods, and a commutable location. Cleves is only 16 miles west of Cincinnati along the river, making it the ideal suburb to put down roots. Maintaining proximity to this major metro area keeps Cleves as convenient as ever. Residents have easy access to everything this city has to offer, from major job opportunities to popular attractions. Explore the Cincinnati Art Museum and the Freedom Center, enjoy a show at Taft Theatre, or enjoy a community event at Fountain Square.

Though small, Cleves offers a sense of community that you can’t find in just any suburb. The upscale yet affordable housing, family-friendly atmosphere, and local charm keep this place afloat. From local shops and restaurants to well-kept community parks, Cleves is the ideal suburb for families and those interested in a reasonable commute to Cincinnati. Enjoy the ball fields at Gulf Community Park or stroll the walking trails along the Great Miami River.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$87,323

Average: $112,245

Education

731

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

1,491

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

39 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 17% of Residents

Under 20

28%

Over 65

16%

Housing Distribution

Cleves has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Cleves, OH is $782 for one bedroom, $895 for two bedrooms, and $1,557 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cleves has increased by 4.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$782/month
637 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Three Rivers Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

736 Students

Three Rivers Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-7

1,200 Students

Three Rivers Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-7

1,200 Students

Taylor High School

Public

Grades 9-12

552 Students

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Cincinnati Astronomical Society
  • Shawnee Lookout
  • Mitchell Memorial Forest
  • Fernbank Park
  • Campbell Lakes Preserve

Airports

  • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.