Mike Franz - Cincinnati Luxury Real Estate

08/26/2026

3315 Menlo Avenue - $3,649,000

Coming Soon - TODAY with Showings starting Friday 8/28!

Welcome to 3315 Menlo Avenue, in the heart of Hyde Park. This thoughtfully designed, 8 year old custom home offers sweeping views of Cincinnati Country Club’s golf course while featuring nearly 5,200 sqft of meticulously designed space and carefully curated finishes. The open concept first floor is an entertainers dream. The dramatic two story entry leads to the centrally located kitchen with custom cabinetry, top of the line appliances, scullery, and large pantry which flows seamlessly to the dining room, full wet bar, living room, and stunning outdoor living spaces. The second floor is comprised of a serene primary bedroom, private outdoor space, sitting room, bath, dual closets, laundry, and office. An additional 3 bedrooms, 2 full + 1 half bath, gym, elevator running all floors, 3 car garage, and additional living spaces and outdoor space round out the list of other amenities. As an added bonus, a remaining 7 years of LEED Platinum tax abatement result in tremendous savings for the next owner. A must see. Timeless, sophisticated, warm and livable.

08/19/2026

Always thrilling to make the Top 10 Sales for the month, but being Number 1 is always the best. Proud to represent my sellers with the sale of 4 Grandin Lane for $5 million, marking the highest residential real estate sale for the month of July. For the full list, see the article below.

A Hyde Park home sale topped the list for Cincinnati's highest sales in July.

08/18/2026

THANKFUL and GRATEFUL for ALL of my AMAZING clients and friends who have gotten me here so far this year. It has been an UNBELIEVABLE ride. It's always a thrill to earn The President's Sales Club Award and be in the top 10% of realtors in the state as well as climbing my way up the list of the Top 50.
Looking forward to finishing the rest of the year strong. We’ve still got another 3.5 months! 🥂 to another INCREDIBLE year.

07/31/2026

SOLD 🍾
4 Grandin Lane - $5,000,000

I recently had the pleasure of representing my loyal and repeat clients on the sale of their stunning, architecturally significant, riverview home on one of Hyde Park’s BEST streets. Built in 1925 by noted architect Stanley Matthews with signature grounds designed by prominent landscape architect A.D. Taylor, this home represents the absolutely apex of what Hyde Park living is. 3.6 magnificent acres (with an additional 1.5 acres of donated hillside trust property behind) featuring a commanding view overlooking the bend in the river, multiple outdoor living spaces, a stunning main residence with irreplicable architectural details and materials throughout, in addition to a charming 1 bedroom carriage house/ guest cottage. Having never been publicly available, this home represented a truly once in a lifetime opportunity.

With 10 years of experience specializing in luxury properties on and off market, along with in depth local market knowledge, I was successfully able to market and position this property for my clients, which yielded: multiple qualified showings in addition to multiple offers resulting in an accepted cash offer with zero contingencies over list price. If you’re thinking of buying or selling (or just want to know what your home is worth in this unique market), let’s connect and work together to make your real estate wants and needs become a reality.

07/08/2026

Drug our sign to the next latest and greatest gem. . . . . Not. To. Be. Duplicated . . . .

1603 E McMillan Street Unit D - $699,000

2 beds, 2 full baths, plus a 2 car attached garage ✔️
Elevator ✔️
View ✔️
Self managed HOA ✔️
Self contained carriage house ✔️
Only 4 unit enclave ✔️
Convenient to EVERYTHING ✔️
Private ✔️
2 of the best agents representing and marketing it ✔️

For additional information or a private showing:

Maureen:
513.703.1993
[email protected]

Mike:
513.259.7719
[email protected]

Coming Soon - Today
Showings Start - Friday 7/10

07/01/2026

SOLD 🍾
1134 Rookwood Drive - $3,395,000

I recently had the pleasure of my clients relocating from Arizona to Cincinnati on the purchase of this stunning new build in the heart of Hyde Park. This build represented an incredibly rare opportunity to build in one of Hyde Park’s most desirable and beloved neighborhoods: Rookwood. Built by Legendary Custom Homes, this stunning 5,200 sqft 5 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath home offers everything today’s buyer could want: open concept living spaces, high end finishes, great outdoor space, 3 car garage, large finished lower level, and so much more.

With 10 years of experience specializing in luxury properties on and off market, along with local market knowledge, and a strong relationship with the listing agent, we were able to secure this property before it hit the market (and honestly before most people even knew about it). If you’re thinking of buying or selling in this unique market (or just want to know what your home is worth), let’s connect and work together to make your real estate needs and wants become a reality.

06/22/2026

SOLD 🍾
2611 Handasyde Avenue - $2,250,000

While all deals are special in their own way, this one was particularly sweet. I recently had the pleasure of representing my clients on the sale of their incredible Hyde Park home that they spent 28 years of their lives in. From raising kids, remodeling, meticulously maintaining, and truly LOVING, they were only the third family to call this house HOME.

After a lengthy search to find their next home, we finally did, making it time to find the next owner for this 1925 Charles Short designed English Cotswold Tudor. Located on one of Hyde Park’s favorite and most desirable streets, this home featured over 4,700 + sqft of space, gracious room sizes, original architectural details, a phenomenal layout to entertain in, and a park like backyard. After a couple days of showings, we found the PERFECT family to pass the torch to.

With 10 years of experience specializing in luxury properties on and off market, I was able to properly position and market this home properly to yield the best results for my sellers. If you’re thinking of buying or selling in this unique market, let’s connect and work together to make your real estate wants and needs become a reality.

06/11/2026

548 Liberty Hill - $1,290,000

One of the finest homes in Mt. Auburn's historic Prospect Hill. Double lot with signature landscaping/ gardens. Charming outdoor living spaces. Grand room sizes, high ceilings, and impossible to replicate architectural details. Reclaimed antique hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, and high end finishes throughout. Elevator to all floors. Two car garage. City views. Close to all that downtown, OTR, and Covington have to offer. Sophisticated, warm, and inviting city living at it's absolute best. A rare opportunity.

3 beds, 3 full baths + 1 half bath

For more info or to schedule a showing:
Call or Text: Mike: 513-259-7719 Molly: 513-544-2231
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

06/10/2026

548 Liberty Hill - $1,290,000

One of the finest homes in Mt. Auburn’s historic Prospect Hill. Double lot with signature landscaping/ gardens. Charming outdoor living spaces. Grand room sizes, high ceilings, and impossible to replicate architectural details. Reclaimed antique floors, custom cabinetry, and high end finishes throughout. Elevator to all floors. Two car garage. City views. Close to all that downtown, OTR, and Covington have to offer. Sophisticated, warm, and inviting city living at its absolute best. A rare opportunity.

3 beds, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath.

Coming Soon - Showings start Friday June 12th

To book a showing:

Call: 513-259-7719
Email: [email protected]

05/22/2026

SOLD 🍾
2828 Hoff Avenue - $1,200,000

Patience is a virtue for a reason. After waiting for the right time to move from the home she lived in for 23 years, I had the pleasure of representing my friend and client on the purchase of this stunning contemporary riverview property within walking distance of her business. We looked at this property when it was for sale last, but for various reasons just wasn’t the right time. Fortunately, the seller we purchased this from had completed all the outstanding items that needed to be done and had it buttoned up. Thrilled for all involved. What makes this job worth it.

With 10 years of experience specializing in luxury properties on and off market, I was able to negotiate a purchase price under list price, full inspections, financing, as well as a 45 day closing period while the buyer got their current house ready. If you’re thinking of buying or selling (or just want to know what your home is worth in this unique market), let’s connect and work together to make your real estate needs become a reality.