Eviction in Hamilton County (Cincinnati), Ohio
Where eviction cases are filed in Hamilton County (Cincinnati), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.
Quick facts: eviction in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
- Eviction court
- Hamilton County Municipal Court (Clerk of Courts - Municipal Civil Division) — Municipal court (countywide) Court page
- Filing fee
- $130 eviction filing (additional fees required; service not included) Hamilton County Clerk of Courts - Municipal Civil Fees
- Notice before filing (state law)
- 3-day written notice to leave the premises before filing an eviction (forcible entry and detainer) action. The residential notice must conspicuously state: "You are being asked to leave the premises. If you do not leave, an eviction action may be initiated against you. If you are in doubt regarding your legal rights and obligations as a tenant, it is recommended that you seek legal assistance." Ohio rules
- HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
- $1,353/month HUD
- Renter households
- 144,332 (41% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024
Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22
Where eviction cases are filed in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
Eviction cases in Hamilton County (Cincinnati) are heard by the Hamilton County Municipal Court (Clerk of Courts - Municipal Civil Division) (Municipal court (countywide)).
- Hamilton County Courthouse, Municipal Civil Division — 1000 Main Street, Rm. 115, Cincinnati, OH 45202 · website
Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center
Eviction hearing schedules are searchable by date or name on the clerk's site. Civil bailiffs serve order of possession and perform set-outs; landlords call (513) 946-5599 between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. Mon-Fri to schedule.
How much it costs to file an eviction in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
$130 eviction filing (additional fees required; service not included)
Service extra (e.g. residential/personal $30, certified mail $10); notice for execution of writ $50. Indigent filers may ask the clerk about filing an affidavit of indigency instead of paying the deposit; confirm with the clerk.
Source: Hamilton County Clerk of Courts - Municipal Civil Fees
How eviction cases work locally
| Writ execution | Civil bailiffs serve orders of possession and carry out physical evictions; landlord calls (513) 946-5599 (1:30-3:00 p.m., Mon-Fri). Notice for execution of writ fee: $50. Source: Official source |
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The Ohio eviction process
Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Hamilton County (Cincinnati):
- Serve 3-day notice to leave the premises (§ 1923.04), after any required 30-day lease-violation or termination notice
- File forcible entry and detainer complaint in municipal or county court (§ 1923.01)
- Clerk serves summons by ordinary mail plus personal service/posting or certified mail at least 7 days before trial (§ 1923.06)
- Hearing no sooner than the 7th day after service is complete; judgment for restitution of premises
- Writ of execution issued; officer must execute within 10 days of receiving it (§ 1923.14)
- Removal by sheriff, police officer, constable or bailiff
Full Ohio eviction rules with sources →
Rent in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):
| Studio | $958 |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,051 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,353 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,785 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,976 |
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation
Median gross rent in Hamilton County (Cincinnati): $1,075/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
HUD designates this area for Small Area FMRs (ZIP-code level) for Housing Choice Vouchers; figures shown are the metro-wide FY2026 FMRs.
County tenant ordinance
No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city rules (if any) live on city pages.
Eviction help in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
Free legal help
- Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio — Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents; check eligibility.
City rules in Hamilton County (Cincinnati)
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Related
- Ohio landlord-tenant law
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- Ohio eviction notice periods
- Notice deadline calculator
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Frequently asked questions
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General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.