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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Led lighting
  • Professional management
  • Updated kitchen
  • Modern tile bathroom
  • Tiled bathroom

Location

5531 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224, USA|College Hill
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Management

Property Pigeon Maintenance LLC

Leasing office

(844) 334-0271 ext. 4563

Property Overview

5531 Hamilton Ave. is a highly rated property with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1 out of 10, reflecting its superb value and amenities. Its prime location offers easy access to popular points of interest, transportation, and schools, while the updated kitchen and modern bathroom enhance its appeal. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and reliability, making it a compelling choice in the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
5531 Hamilton Ave. is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

Hamilton Hillside (HH) - 141 bed1 bath650 sqft$800 /moA beautiful freshly updated one-bedroom apartment in the revitalizing area of College Hill. Prime location off of Hamilton Ave, close to new developments and shops. The apartment includes heat, water, and trash, coin-operated laundry, a tiled bathroom, LED lighting, and a peaceful shaded courtyard. Tenant Requirements: Monthly income greater than 3x monthly rent ($2,400) No evictions No felonies No smoking No pets 1 year of verifiable rental history Credit score 600 or higher (500 and up is negotiable) Disclosure: Unit features may vary Virtually Staged. Livingroom 12 x 24 Bedroom 10 x 12

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About 5531 Hamilton Ave.

HomeApartments in CincinnatiCollege Hill 5531 Hamilton Ave.

Hamilton Hillside Apartments offers a beautiful freshly updated one bedroom apartment in the revitalizing area of College Hill! Prime location off of Hamilton Ave, close to new developments and shops. Apartment features heat, water, and trash included, coin operated laundry, modern tile bathroom and updated kitchen, LED lighting, private shaded courtyard, and secure building entry for your peace of mind. Available immediately. Building under professional management! No Smoking No Dogs No Felonies No Evictions 600 or higher credit score Application fee $30 per adult Proof of income at 3 times monthly rent ($2550 income) Rent and maintenance requests can easily be paid online via your computer or smart phone!


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
5531 Hamilton Ave. is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5531 Hamilton Ave.
Price·10A 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.
5531 Hamilton Ave. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
5531 Hamilton Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5531 Hamilton 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.
5531 Hamilton 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·9A 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.
5531 Hamilton Ave. has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
5531 Hamilton 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.

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 5531 Hamilton Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in College Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 5531 Hamilton Ave. cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in College Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
College Hill
Cincinnati
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cincinnati
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$999
October 2023$990
November 2023$970
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$1,108
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in College Hill
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$873
October 2023$884
November 2023$827
December 2023$834
January 2024$846
February 2024$822
March 2024$800
April 2024$800
May 2024$833
June 2024$825
July 2024$834
August 2024$802
September 2024$812
October 2024$809
November 2024$796
December 2024$795
January 2025$795
February 2025$796
March 2025$825
April 2025$850
May 2025$874
June 2025$887
July 2025$899
August 2025$877
September 2025$881

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 5531 Hamilton Ave.

Aiken New Tech High School

5641 belmont ave

cincinnati, OH, 45224

1-12Public
C+

Mt. Airy Elementary School

5730 colerain ave

cincinnati, OH, 45239

PK, K-7Public
C

School for Creative & Performance Arts High School

108 w central pkwy

cincinnati, OH, 45202

K-12Public
B

Shroder High School

5030 duck creek rd

cincinnati, OH, 45227

2-12Public
C-
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Getting around Cincinnati near 5531 Hamilton Ave

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5531 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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