Yet another newbie where should I live question (Cincinnati, Dayton: apartments, to rent)

[Misfit Toy]

There isn't anyplace I can think of between Norwood and Finneytown where I'd be willing to live. It's mostly bad neighborhoods between the two places. So I agree with others who recommended the Oakley area. I'd think you can find a decent 2BR apartment there for $1,300.

[Sarah Perry]

You might consider the Gantry or the American Can Lofts in Northside. From there it's quick and easy to get on Winton Rd and go north to Finneytown, or to get on I-75 to the Norwood Lateral highway and go east to Norwood. The Gantry is brand new, and the lofts are just a few years old. Not sure about price range, though. As others have said, it doesn't snow all that often around here. From the Northside area this would be highway driving, and you could expect these roads to be quickly salted and cleared after a snowfall.

[Wilson513]

Originally Posted by Misfit Toy

There isn't anyplace I can think of between Norwood and Finneytown where I'd be willing to live. It's mostly bad neighborhoods between the two places. So I agree with others who recommended the Oakley area. I'd think you can find a decent 2BR apartment there for $1,300.

One does not need to live between them. Finneytown, White Oak, College Hill Grosbeck, Mt. Airy all have nice apartment complexes and the commute is Center hill to Paddock to Tennessee into Norwood. Nothing could be easier. Just like I said above.

sarah's suggestion of Northside is creative. Maybe that would include Machine Flats at 3301 Colerain. Very nice apartment complex for persons w/o children.

[motorman]

Originally Posted by Wilson513

One does not need to live between them. Finneytown, White Oak, College Hill Grosbeck, Mt. Airy all have nice apartment complexes and the commute is Center hill to Paddock to Tennessee into Norwood. Nothing could be easier. Just like I said above.

A careful reading and appreciation of the OP's entire statement will inform you that her boyfriend's commute to a job in Finneytown is not a concern because he's accustomed to longer commutes under a variety of driving conditions.

The primary concern is for the OP, who made it known that she's not comfortable driving long distances, especially in unpleasant and potentially dangerous weather conditions. Given these factors and her own job location in Norwood, none of your recommendations quoted above are advisable.

[Wilson513]

Originally Posted by motorman

A careful reading and appreciation of the OP's entire statement will inform you that her boyfriend's commute to a job in Finneytown is not a concern because he's accustomed to longer commutes under a variety of driving conditions.

The primary concern is for the OP, who made it known that she's not comfortable driving long distances, especially in unpleasant and potentially dangerous weather conditions. Given these factors and her own job location in Norwood, none of your recommendations quoted above are advisable.

You think that because you have not driven regularly from North Bend and Center Hill to Norwood as I have. It might ba 10 minute commute. Let's hear what the OP says about a 10 minute commute to Norwood.

And, what part of Oakley would you have her look at? the new Oakley Station/Sams Club complex?

[SWOH]

Originally Posted by motorman

What an outlandish recommendation to the OP, who clearly stated, in red...

I am moving due to a job change. My new job is in Norwood and my boyfriend got a job in Finneytown.

We'd like to live somewhere between the 2 locations.

Did you even read this person's request before making such a terrible suggestion?!

Ohhh man.... thank you motorperson am I gonna have some fun with this!

There's something wedged up there, it's probably long and cylindrical.
It's causing a bad case of "outlandish" (your term, not mine) outbursts
Use some lube to get it out.
I recommend KY jelly, it's specifically marketed to a certain segment that might have personal appeal....

(and friends, that's how you do it without getting a suspension )
___

Enough of the jokes (that was fun though!)

The OP very CLEARLY said between, which Springdale is.
It is east of Finneytownn, west of Norwood.
This isn't rocket science...


To everyone who has commented,
There is an entire world out there, experience it sometime.
We are provincial and back a$$ward as heck around here, I'll throw myself in that population, but man is it showing from the stupidity in this thread.
You morons are making Cincy the laughingstock of the nation.

I bet Yac is either getting a kick out of it or hates you all....

We are all going to die anyways so let's have some fun in the process, no?
Why so serious?
Why the hate?


Give the OP your recommendations, and then cool it.
If you have qualms with an idea, first question WHY you have issues with, then give FACTS to debate it.
Don't cluck around the henhouse, peck the other chickens and act like the rooster that's going to be tonight's dinner.
Because we all know what happens to that chicken.
Again, this is not hard to do.
So do it!
(selective capitalization used to appeal to the Trumpette crowd, whom seems to love it)

[Wilson513]

I think that SWOH may have something to contribute - in Dayton. Cincinnati? Not so much.

SWOH - there is a Dayton forum. Please find it.

[Tahitian Moon]

Thank you to everyone who took the time to respond. I've written down all of the places you recommended and will be visiting all of them.

You gave us some great ideas that we never would have thought of (Blue Ash, checking out Northside, Machine Flats, etc). I'll also take a very, very close look at Oakley.

I've been very apprehensive about this move (because of the snow), but if the locals are half as nice as you guys I'll be in very good hands.

[motorman]

Originally Posted by Wilson513

I think that SWOH may have something to contribute - in Dayton. Cincinnati? Not so much.

SWOH - there is a Dayton forum. Please find it.

Agreed. If the OP and her boyfriend dare follow this guy's leads, they're just liable to find themselves touring apartments off of Mad River Road in Centerville or Far Hills Avenue in Oakwood.

[Wilson513]

Originally Posted by Tahitian Moon

Thank you to everyone who took the time to respond. I've written down all of the places you recommended and will be visiting all of them.

You gave us some great ideas that we never would have thought of (Blue Ash, checking out Northside, Machine Flats, etc). I'll also take a very, very close look at Oakley.

I've been very apprehensive about this move (because of the snow), but if the locals are half as nice as you guys I'll be in very good hands.

You'll love it here. The snow only stays for a day or two when it comes. And, you can call in sick or stranded like everyone else does. They close the schools if two flakes fall on the same spot. The weather is so much better than Houston. We might have a half dozen hot humid days in August that will remind you of home, but wat until you see what Spring is like here!!!

Good luck.