3940 Forest Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45212
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$276,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 11, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,592 sqft

3940 Forest Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45212

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,592 sqft
$173/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Rent this Charming Home Located on a quiet, sidewalk lined street very close to Birdies Coffee, Rookwood Commons, and just 6 miles North of Downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy the backyard and deck for peaceful living close to the city. Perfect for those working in downtown Cincinnati, and wanting to be close to shops and dining. Hyde Park/Oakley near.

Renters Responsible for Mowing (mower provided) and Gas/Electric & Water. No Pitbull, Rottweiler or Doberman Pincher full are partial breed inquiries please.
3940 Forest Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45212 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,592 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $180,000 on Jan 29, 2020 (10,488% above the $1,700 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2024 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 25, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $276,200, with a rent estimate of $1,764/month.

Home Details for 3940 Forest Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 3940 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2508 Hudson Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.27
Single-Family Home
$170,000
10/21/25
3
1
1,635 sqft
2418 Morton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.19
Single-Family Home
$247,500
02/18/26
3
1
1,485 sqft
3847 Burwood Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.13
Single-Family Home
$314,500
06/08/26
3
1
1,937 sqft
2414 Shanmoor Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.05
Single-Family Home
$356,000
09/23/25
4
1
1,810 sqft
3939 Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.21
Single-Family Home
$275,000
01/29/26
3
1
1,300 sqft
3814 Burwood Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.21
Single-Family Home
$311,175
08/05/26
3
1
1,356 sqft
2508 Williams Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.30
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/12/25
3
1
1,008 sqft
4009 Forest Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.07
Single-Family Home
$329,500
04/20/26
3
1.5
1,647 sqft
2405 Morton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.23
Single-Family Home
$125,000
07/28/26
2
1
1,756 sqft
4025 Burwood Ave, Cincinnati, OH
0.09
Single-Family Home
$359,900
07/24/26
3
2
1,532 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Cincinnati

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,764/mo
Average rent
$1.35K
$49MoM
Available listings
128
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Norwood

At least 150 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Bridget P.
    "Some parts of Norwood are great, others can be dangerous. Avoid walking alone at night if you’re a woman. "
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  • Zvgzpns8cj
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. People are always passing my house walking their dogs. We like our dogs here"
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  • Riley Sheehy
    "Lots of kids playing outside all the time. Usually very quiet. Everyone decorates for holidays. Good people good area"
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  • Riley Sheehy
    "I just really like the people in my area. Everyone is very friendly and helpful when needed. Lots of dogs and children playing. "
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  • Eli Glass
    "Norwood Day Parade usually is one of the biggest events of the summer. Also they usually have a huge fireworks show every year on the 4th of July."
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  • Schoonrohs
    "I live around a lot of renters. Good renters but no one I’m going to be able to establish long term relationships with."
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  • Trulia User
    "You can walk your dog just be sure to clean up after your dog, and keep them on a leash as the law says"
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  • Trulia User
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time and they pick up after their dogs and they’re very nice"
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  • Kyelie C.
    "Too many lights on Montgomery makes for some nasty traffic with no established pattern. Would recommend utilizing the neighborhoods to get around in a more timely manner."
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  • Kiersten
    "Great neighborhood for young professionals as well as families. I enjoy living here close to many great restaurants and shopping. "
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  • Nathan R.
    "The roads aren’t great but easy highway access to 71. It is better than other cities I have lived in."
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  • Rosa C.
    "Lots of students, diverse, good energy. I’ve lived in Norwood for 2 years and have really come to like it here."
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  • Daneil W.
    "Peaceful here. Friendly neighbors. Lots of shopping and entertainment. Moved here from over the river (NKY) I love it so much better here in Norwood."
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  • Hannah B.
    "it’s such a family-friendly area and so its so awesome to see other families and strollers out by the school and side streets walking their dog"
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  • Angelina M.
    "always keep your eyes on your children. the schools aren't too bad. they are growing in things to do. "
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  • Lisa M.
    "It’s a fun family & kids friendly environment., Church, yard sales, movie events shopping centers dining out farmers market."
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  • Lisa M.
    "It’s an area where each other neighbor picks up after each other when they’re walking their dogs & pick up their pooh. Some neighbors don’t like living in the city where it’s more convenient to where the grocery store another things like that."
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  • Lisa M.
    "A great area to live in family and kid friendly universal to the highway easy to the grocery store & other shopping malls of your choice"
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  • Lauren K.
    "We can a great block party on our street. The park at the end of our street is getting totally rehabbed. It will be great, we are very excited to the addition "
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  • Mary G.
    "Lots of small parks, and schools to choose from, but close to Xavier so can be a little rowdy on weekends if you’re on the wrong side of town. "
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  • Ainsley
    "There are some areas of Norwood (closer to Oakley) that are nice. But the area I’m in (further north) I would not recommend for young professionals or single women. Roads are bad and not kept. Not very clean. And not walkable."
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  • Erin K.
    "my neighborhood is close to downtown, grocery, Walgreen's, and family. love Norwood n want to stay in area."
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  • Erin K.
    "Great for public transportation, close to Kroger Walgreens and everything else I have to do. close to downtown. "
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  • Hannah F.
    "Lots of dog walking and friendly pets. Sidewalks are well maintained. Most properties are not fenced in though and some owners let dogs off leash. "
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  • Melissa
    "Norwood is close to every highway, 71, 75 and Ronald Regan. Very centrally located. Easy to get anywhere, grocery, shopping, etc. "
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  • cw
    "There isn’t any. The cops are in the neighborhood every other day. Occasional swat team visit is always nice. "
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  • Alex
    "Some people walk their dogs off-leash and my dog (a beagle) doesn’t like other dogs, so when off-leash dogs come up to her without permission she can get aggressive. Please walk your dog on a leash! "
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  • Diana W.
    "Pretty to easy to get anywhere. It’s close to the highway so once you get there it’s accessible to any part of town. Plus close to lots of shopping, bars etc. "
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  • Diana W.
    "Norwood Farmers Market, and there is a community run every year, and the Norwood parade. There are lots of little things to do."
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  • Netra
    "Folks are quiet and really nice. I’ve lived here for about 8 years and have never had any issues with anyone. "
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  • Netra
    "Dogs are common here I see people walking them all of the time. Really dog friendly neighborhood. I wish I had one. "
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  • Arohs
    "Our street is really nice, and lots of young couples are moving into the neighborhood and starting families. We can walk to several parks, several restaurants, three different churches, and four bars. "
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  • Diane T.
    "That they value children's safety. It's a walking school district. Very friendly neighborhood. Quiet and safe. "
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  • Angela W.
    "I've lived here 4 years. it's full of heroin addicts and thieves. one more year of high school and we're outta here.. :)"
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  • Athena P.
    "Via car downtown is 10 mins away. There are plenty of bus stops through out the city of Norwood. Banks and grocery stores are in walking distance. Not many 24 hour places."
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  • 23maddielove
    "Certain parts of Norwood are very nice and the houses are big and the neighborhood is good around where I live but, near the Middle and High school the neighborhood is not so good. Sometimes there are guns being shot and people getting beat up. It is like two different city’s. "
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  • Catpr228
    "I grew up here, a lot has changed since i was younger and I raise my kids here. This town is amazingly convenient to everything and when we do leave, we will miss it."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,700
Nov 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,700
Oct 29, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,700
Aug 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,700
Sep 9, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 3940 Forest Ave

  • What is 3940 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3940 Forest Ave in Cincinnati, OH is $276,200.
  • What is the price history for 3940 Forest Ave?
    3940 Forest Ave in Cincinnati, OH last sold for $180,000 in January 2020.
  • Is Cincinnati a buyer's or seller's market?
    Cincinnati is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Cincinnati?
    The median sale price in Cincinnati is $306K. That is down $10.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 3940 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3940 Forest Ave in Cincinnati, OH has in-unit laundry.

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