The Port

The Port purchased nearly 200 homes from an out-of-town investor last month with one goal - creating affordable homeownership opportunities. The Wall Street Journal shares the story of how institutional investors are buying up larger shares of the residential real estate market for high-priced rentals, and how The Port is taking ownership for residents. #affordablehousing #ThePortImpact https://on.wsj.com/3rnNehw

Are you looking for somewhere to settle down this fall? ?? Look no further than this recently renovated property at 420 E. Benson in the desirable Reading District! The two bed, one bath home features new luxury vinyl flooring and carpet throughout, new, modern appliances, and a large deck and spacious backyard perfect for hosting events. Check out the full listing for your new dream home at https://loom.ly/V0uz1oA #CincyLiving #StarterHome #AffordableHousing #FirstTimeBuyer #RealEstate #Homes #ForSale

??? Historic preservation in action! Our Landbank has secured and stabilized 793 Delhi, a beautiful property built in 1885 with 2,400 sq. ft. of space. This important project ensures that the charm and history of this home are preserved for future generations. Big thanks to Kaiker Development + Construction Development for their excellent work on this stabilization! ???? #HistoricPreservation #SavingSpaces #CincyHistory #Landbank #Restoration #1885 #KaikerDevelopment #CommunityGrowth

?? We're hiring! Join our team as a Development Support Associate and be part of exciting real estate projects that are shaping the future. If you're passionate about growth and ready to make an impact, apply now at https://loom.ly/Hs6VsE8 ! #NowHiring #DevelopmentSupport #JoinOurTeam #CincinnatiJobs

Recapping an incredible day at Queen City Pitch! ?? We are so proud to be part of a community that celebrates groundbreaking ideas from visionary entrepreneurs. ?? Kristen Bailey of Sweets & Meats BBQ, is known for her incredible barbecue that everyone should try. While we didn’t get to taste her famous BBQ this time, she served up something even bigger—her passion and vision for a food truck park. This park would not only offer great food but also serve as a valuable resource for newcomers to the food truck industry. ?? Ronald Akbar of D-Line Courier Services shared his innovative approach to transforming the logistics and delivery industry, bringing his expertise to the forefront. ???Kenitra (Kay) Battle, a real estate developer, captivated us with her visionary approach to revitalizing and uplifting neighborhoods in our city. Her pitch focused on transforming a historic building in the Central Business District, blending preservation with innovation to create a lasting impact. ??♀? Denise Brown will pave the way for the next generation of beauty professionals with her vision for a downtown cosmetology school, empowering students and shaping the future of the beauty industry. ??? Catherine Jones of Good Eats delighted us with her culinary vision and plans to bring even more delicious, locally-sourced meals to our community. She definitely fulfilled her promise to make us all crave her food! ??? Tamara Sullivan, also a real estate developer, is dedicated to innovative urban development projects that promote growth and equity in Cincinnati. Her work emphasizes modular housing as a solution for urban housing infill. Let’s continue to uplift and support our local innovators who are making waves in our city! #QueenCityPitch #SupportLocal

?? New Request for Proposals! ?? The Hamilton County Landbank is seeking a professional and qualified contractor for the construction of four single-family homes on currently vacant lots located in Westwood and Evanston. Proposals are due October 31st at 4:00 PM. Want to help us transform vacant lots into opportunities for affordable homeownership? Check out the full RFP for more details here: https://loom.ly/hmcxRLo

Exciting news! We’ve updated our team bios and headshots at The Port ?? Our new photos show the incredible faces, highlighting the talent, passion, and authenticity driving our mission every day. Head over to our website to get to know the people behind The Port a little better! ?? https://lnkd.in/g-JR7yEw #MeetTheTeam #BehindTheScenes #ThePortCincinnati

?? Welcome, Angela! ?? We’re thrilled to have Angela Ruff join us as our new Administrative Assistant! With over 15 years of experience supporting senior leaders across industries, Angela is an expert in scheduling, project management, and communication. She’s managed everything from board relations to executive events, and her passion for enhancing operational efficiency shines through her work. When she’s not keeping things running smoothly, Angela loves golf, football, and spending time outdoors. Welcome to the team, Angela! ?????

With some of the recent development announcements in our region, we just updated our list of Office to Residential Conversion Projects here in Downtown Cincinnati. In a recent deep dive, we took a look at these conversions, including the benefits, challenges, and projects across the country. We also took a look at how Cincinnati stacks up, and our region is among the leaders nationally in office conversion projects, with more developments being announced over just the past few months! Check out the list of projects here in Cincinnati, and learn more about office to residential conversions across the country here: https://loom.ly/CPxXJaA

Safety first! ???? When drums filled with toxic waste were discovered inside a vacant industrial property in South Fairmont, our team recognized the risk they posed to public safety and made plans to remedy that. We worked to quickly and safely remove these hazardous materials that could endanger our community. Cleaning up this site is critical to protecting the health of Cincinnati residents and ensuring a safer future for everyone. ??Check out the whole Port Short here! https://loom.ly/Gvn8P0o #PublicSafety #CincyCleanup #ProtectingOurCommunity #PortInAction