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1350 William Howard Taft Rd

East Walnut Hills, Cincinnati, OH
5 beds, 5 baths – 5,299 sq ft

$843,000

They just don’t make them like this anymore.

Originally crafted in 1896 as a wedding gift from William J. Williams - co-founder of Western & Southern Life Insurance - to his daughter and her husband, Cincinnati’s first City Solicitor, this Queen Anne Victorian has always been a home of meaning. The house later became the childhood home of famed wildlife artist John Ruthven, and over the years has played host to jazz legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis, served as a hidden speakeasy during Prohibition, and welcomed generations of creatives, families, and storytellers.

Architecturally, it’s a love letter to the late 19th century: Queen Anne elegance paired with Romantic and Italianate flair. Ornamental details abound, from leaded glass and original millwork to soaring ceilings and wood-carved staircases.

Inside, the grand foyer greets you with a sense of breathtaking history. The curved front staircase is a showpiece, while the back staircase adds charm and function. Formal living and dining spaces are grand, yet grounded, with playful touches like the vintage pink powder room adding surprise and delight. And the turret rooms - one a cozy library, the other a third-floor retreat - offer special spaces of retreat.

With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and thoughtful updates from mechanicals to electrical, the home blends historical integrity with modern comfort.

And while the home itself is a standout, so is its setting: an urban oasis located just blocks from Woodburn Avenue’s shops, cafes, and cocktail spots, and part of one of Cincinnati’s most walkable, tight-knit neighborhoods.

This isn’t just a house. It’s a piece of the city’s history.

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Grand Entryway with Leaded Glass and Original Woodwork

Step through the front door and into a showpiece of 19th-century craftsmanship. The entry stuns with intricate millwork, tiger-soaring ceilings, and original leaded glass windows that cast light like a kaleidoscope. It’s a first impression that lasts.

Towering Turrets and a Storybook Sitting Room

One of the home’s signature Queen Anne features, the turret adds architectural magic. On the second level, it serves as an elegant library, and on the third floor, it becomes a light-filled nook to read, rest or reflect.

Expansive Dining Room with Built-Ins and Hidden Storage

This isn’t your average dining room. Warm oak paneling wraps the lower walls, while a beamed tiger oak ceiling and detailed crown molding make the space feel grand. Built-ins offer a mix of open shelving, hidden storage drawers, and beautiful leaded glass corner cabinets. The fireplace adds warmth with a tiger oak mantel and marble hearth. It's elegant, yet grounded - perfect for everyday living or special occasion hosting.

Third Floor Retreat with Endless Possibilities

The sun drenched third floor is a showstopper, complete with a bedroom and full bath, tall ceilings, and space for a studio, guest suite, playroom, or office. It’s flexible, functional, and full of possibilities.

Backyard Oasis with Ample Off-Street Parking

Outside, the backyard offers an urban oasis with custom gazebo and landscaping, EV charging garage, and plenty of off-street parking (a rare find in East Walnut Hills). And when you're ready to head out, you're just steps from Woodburn Avenue’s beloved shops, restaurants, coffee, cocktails, and parks. The best of this close-knit community are steps from the front door.