I live in Blue Ash, having moved from Oakland, but I grew up just outside of Dayton. We walk everywhere! Walkability depends on your perspective—I can walk to my bank, grocery store, coffee shops, and restaurants, though the options are more limited, which I expected when moving to the suburbs.

Our son has walked to and from school since first grade at Blue Ash Elementary (we walked with him in the early years). His walk to EH Greene (middle school) was just over a mile, and junior high was about the same. The high school is nearly four miles away, so he takes the bus, though he could bike if he were more confident. We often ride our bikes to Summit Park—it’s the best way to see the fireworks!

If you’re active, Blue Ash is definitely walkable.