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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- On-site laundry
- Off-street parking
- No smoking
Location
1221 California Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45237, USA|Bond Hill
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Property Overview
The property at 1221 California Ave has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its high value and appealing amenities, including on-site laundry and off-street parking. With exceptional scores of 9 for both price and location, it offers renters an advantageous balance of affordability and convenience to local amenities, schools, and transportation options. Additionally, pet friendliness is highlighted, with suitable nearby facilities for pet owners and enjoyable outdoor spaces available.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $1,450 /mo | 1 unit available | Call or text us today to schedule a tour! Spacious 3-bedroom apartment with full living room and dining room, tall ceilings, large windows, loads of natural light, and a location that's convenient to getting around town quickly. Central heat and A/C. Recently updated kitchen and bathroom and freshly painted. Plenty of off-street parking and on-site laundry. Pets are allowed with pet rent. Tenant pays for and controls heat and A/C in their unit. No smoking is allowed. Background checks are required. A credit score of 600+ or a co-signer with 700+ is required. |
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Amenities for 1221 California Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Private Balcony | Trash |
| Vinyl Floors | Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove and Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 1221 California Ave
Call or text us today to schedule a tour! Spacious 3-bedroom apartment with full living room and dining room, tall ceilings, large windows, loads of natural light, and a location that's convenient to getting around town quickly. Central heat and A/C. Recently updated kitchen and bathroom and freshly painted. Plenty of off-street parking and on-site laundry. Pets are allowed with pet rent. Tenant pays for and controls heat and A/C in their unit. No smoking is allowed. Background checks are required. A credit score of 600+ or a co-signer with 700+ is required.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1221 California Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1221 California Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1221 California Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1221 California Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1221 California Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1221 California Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1221 California Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1221 California Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
1221 California Ave is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1221 California Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Bond Hill
3-bedroom apartments at 1221 California Ave cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Bond Hill.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Bond Hill
Cincinnati
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $967 |
| December 2023 | $950 |
| January 2024 | $950 |
| February 2024 | $974 |
| March 2024 | $992 |
| April 2024 | $1,042 |
| May 2024 | $1,003 |
| June 2024 | $1,003 |
| July 2024 | $1,015 |
| August 2024 | $1,039 |
| September 2024 | $1,142 |
| October 2024 | $1,178 |
| November 2024 | $1,079 |
| December 2024 | $1,045 |
| January 2025 | $1,110 |
| February 2025 | $1,095 |
| March 2025 | $1,065 |
| April 2025 | $1,070 |
| May 2025 | $1,116 |
| June 2025 | $1,144 |
| July 2025 | $1,113 |
| August 2025 | $1,114 |
| September 2025 | $1,121 |
| October 2025 | $1,100 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $808 |
| December 2023 | $800 |
| January 2024 | $812 |
| February 2024 | $860 |
| March 2024 | $830 |
| April 2024 | $825 |
| May 2024 | $829 |
| June 2024 | $835 |
| July 2024 | $856 |
| August 2024 | $857 |
| September 2024 | $850 |
| October 2024 | $856 |
| November 2024 | $885 |
| December 2024 | $840 |
| January 2025 | $825 |
| February 2025 | $831 |
| March 2025 | $855 |
| April 2025 | $868 |
| May 2025 | $884 |
| June 2025 | $812 |
| July 2025 | $833 |
| August 2025 | $898 |
| September 2025 | $905 |
| October 2025 | $887 |
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Can I afford to live at 1221 California Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$58,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near 1221 California Ave
Bond Hill Academy Elementary School
1510 california ave
cincinnati, OH, 45237
PK, K-6Public
C-
Shroder High School
5030 duck creek rd
cincinnati, OH, 45227
2-12Public
C-
Aiken New Tech High School
5641 belmont ave
cincinnati, OH, 45224
1-12Public
C+
School for Creative & Performance Arts High School
108 w central pkwy
cincinnati, OH, 45202
K-12Public
B
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Getting around Cincinnati near 1221 California Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1221 California Ave, Cincinnati
Groceries
3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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