Cincinnati metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Forest Park, OH
About Forest Park
Forest Park is a large planned-community city in northern Hamilton County, developed in the 1950s–60s around a central green and the Forest Park shopping district. It offers affordable single- and multi-family housing, diverse neighborhoods, and quick I-275 access. The city's central location between Cincinnati and the northern suburbs makes it a practical value choice.


Home prices in Forest Park
The median listing price in Forest Park is $269,950.
Top places in Forest Park
- Forest Park's central green and municipal complex
- Winton Woods (Hamilton County Parks, adjacent)
- Forest Park shopping district
- Nearby: Northgate Mall area and Springdale commercial corridor.
Commuting from Forest Park
- Approximate drive to downtown Cincinnati: ~25 minutes (straight-line distance ~12.9 mi; estimate derived from map distance, September 24, 2026; actual times vary with traffic).
- Public transit: Metro (SORTA) bus routes serve Forest Park's commercial corridors — check current Metro routes.
Schools in Forest Park
Public schools: Winton Woods City School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Forest Park FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Forest Park, OH?
The median listing price in Forest Park is $269,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Forest Park, OH?
Approximate drive to downtown Cincinnati: ~25 minutes (straight-line distance ~12.9 mi; estimate derived from map distance, September 24, 2026; actual times vary with traffic). - Which school district serves Forest Park, OH?
Forest Park is served by Winton Woods City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.