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Hillrise Retirement Community in Cincinnati, OH

Hillrise Retirement Community is a senior community in Cincinnati, OH.

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1500 Groesbeck Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45224

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.1 from 59 reviews
5 stars
22
4 stars
7
3 stars
8
2 stars
1
1 stars
21

Overall Review of Hillrise Retirement Community

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Bed bugs and roaches are a concern

Multiple residents describe serious bug infestations, including roaches and bed bugs.

Several residents report roaches and dead roaches in cabinets or appliances, along with concerns that pests were present before move-in. Others describe bed bug bites and tracking down insects inside their apartments. A number of reviews say pest treatment did not fully resolve the problem, with residents continuing to see bugs after reporting them. The overall tone across these mentions is that pests are a major quality-of-life and health concern.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Maintenance and comfort issues recur

Residents frequently mention ongoing maintenance problems affecting heat, water, and fixtures.

Residents describe heat not working at times and hot water issues lasting weeks. There are also reports of elevators not working well, along with apartment leaks that reached ceilings. Some reviews mention HVAC problems such as mold in the AC or inadequate heating in winter, requiring additional fixes. Several residents also describe maintenance requests not being completed as expected.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Communication can be difficult

Residents describe trouble getting timely responses from management.

A recurring theme is that residents feel management is hard to reach, with unanswered emails and no follow-up after leaving requests. Some reviews add that communication felt dismissive or rude, including instances where residents felt spoken down to. Even when residents were able to connect, some reviews still describe delays or frustration around the process. Overall, residents connect the lack of responsiveness with unresolved problems.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Security and building access vary

Residents describe mixed experiences with entry security and door access.

One review specifically describes strong access control, noting that doors stay locked and residents must be buzzed in. Other reviews raise concerns that management lacks security coverage or that door codes and entry systems were unreliable. Some residents also mention break-ins and thefts in the surrounding parking areas. A related set of mentions points to inconsistent protection once residents report problems with doors or access.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Parking and break-ins are recurring

Residents report frustrating parking conditions along with theft or break-ins.

Some residents say there is not enough parking and that cars could be towed even when parking was limited. Others describe parking moved to a lot behind the building and report frequent thefts and break-ins. In these reviews, parking is tied to daily stress and safety concerns rather than just convenience.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)

Transportation

  • Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (12 miles away) Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (12 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Cincinnati Children's (0.2 miles)
  • Mercy Health - West Hospital Campus (3.4 miles)
  • Summit Behavioral Healthcare (3.9 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Hospital (4.1 miles)
  • Veterans Hospital (4.3 miles)
  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (4.4 miles)
  • University of Cincinnati Medical Center (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Lifespring Christian Church (1.4 miles)
  • St Vivian's Catholic Church (1.8 miles)
  • White Oak Chapel (2.6 miles)
  • Vineyard Church Northwest (4.1 miles)
  • St James of the Valley (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Skyline Chili (1.6 miles)
  • Lake Nina Restaurant (1.9 miles)
  • Buffalo Wings & Rings (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • Skyline Chili (3.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.1 miles)
  • Skyline Chili (3.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2.2 miles)
  • The 86 Coffee Bar & Concert Venue (4.7 miles)
  • Gabby's Cafe (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6 miles)
  • Coffee Emporium (6.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Western Family Physicians (2.9 miles)
  • Seven Hills Women's Health Centers (3 miles)
  • White Oak Family Practice (3.4 miles)
  • Cincinnati Foot Care (3.5 miles)
  • University Hospital Outpatient Building (4.6 miles)
  • The Urology Group (5 miles)
  • Hand Surgery Specialists (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro Bond Hill Garage (4 miles)

Parks

  • Winton Woods Cherry Hill Shelter (5.1 miles)
  • Ziegler Park (6.1 miles)
  • Washington Park (6.2 miles)
  • Washington Dog Park (6.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (5.3 miles)

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