Fort Mitchell, KY

Fort Mitchell is an appealing small city well known for its lovely homes, tree lined streets, and strong community spirit.

One of the oldest suburbs in the area, it remains today one of the most desirable. Young families appreciate the schools and recreational opportunities for children. People of all ages enjoy the gracious friendly ambiance. Properties in Fort Mitchell vary in age, and include large newer homes in well designed subdivisions, as well as, fine older homes on beautifully landscaped lots.

Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (T.A.N.K.) buses serve the Ft. Mitchell area. Via I-75, driving time to downtown Cincinnati is 5-10 minutes, 15 minutes to Florence Industrial Park, and 15 minutes to Greater Cincinnati Airport.

The Blessed Sacrament Church and Ft. Mitchell Baptist Church offer services in the immediate area. Other denominations are located in neighboring communities.

St. Elizabeth and St. Luke West hospitals are both within 10 minutes. The University of Cincinnati Medical Center is a 20 minute drive.

Public school education in Ft. Mitchell is provided by the Beechwood Independent School system. A college prep curriculum is offered to high school students. The school also offers extracurricular programs that include athletics and music. Blessed Sacrament serves elementary parochial students. Parochial high schools available are Covington Catholic, Villa Madonna and Notre Dame. Special education classes are provided at Redwood School including speech therapy, learning disabilities, and classes for Cerebral Palsy victims. Nearby Riverside Good Counsel School provides education for the mentally retarded. The Northern Kentucky Montessori Center offers classes for pre-school and primary students.

Fort Mitchell shopping area serves daily needs. Major shopping areas in downtown Cincinnati, Covington, Crestview Mall and Florence Mall can be reached within 15 minutes.

Fort Mitchell Country Club, which has a golf course, tennis courts and swimming pool, and Beechwood Swim Club is a private club within the city. A public golf course and public parks are nearby.

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Community Profile

Median resident age: 36.2 years
Median household income: $46,335 (year 2000)
Median house value: $151,700 (year 2000)

White Non-Hispanic (96.5%)
Black (1.0%)
Hispanic (0.9%)
Two or more races (0.7%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (40.6%), Irish (22.1%), English (10.9%), United States (8.9%), Italian (5.9%), French (3.4%).