East Fourth Street Historic District

East Fourth Street Historic District is a downtown area in Cincinnati with around 32 buildings showing Renaissance and Italianate design styles. The structures span several blocks and represent different building phases from various decades.

The district started as a row of grand mansions and transformed into a financial hub during the 1800s. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1976, protecting its layered past for future generations.

The buildings show how Cincinnati grew through different periods, with each structure telling part of the city's story. Walking through, you notice how the architecture changes from block to block, reflecting shifts in wealth and purpose over time.

The district is easy to explore on foot and many buildings are visible from the street as you walk around. You can take your time to observe the architectural details and wander at your own pace through the blocks.

Three adjacent buildings from 1860 still stand side by side, showing the original construction methods of that era. These structures serve as windows into how buildings were put together in the middle of the 1800s.

Location: Cincinnati

GPS coordinates: 39.10194,-84.51028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04