The 3CDC Over-the-Rhine purchase is complete, with the development corporation acquiring the former St. Francis Seraph Church campus for $5.1 million.
The transaction gives Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) control of seven parcels in one of Cincinnati’s historic neighborhoods.
According to Hamilton County auditor records cited by the Cincinnati Business Courier, OTR Holdings, a limited liability company subsidiary of 3CDC, completed the acquisition on October 20, 2026.
The seller was the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
The properties included in the transaction are:
- Franciscan Media Center at 32 W. Liberty St.
- St. Anthony Center at 24 W. Liberty St.
- St. Francis Seraph Catholic Church and Friary properties at 1615 Vine St.
The acquisition involves several buildings that have supported religious activities and community services in Over-the-Rhine.
Cincinnati previously committed $4 million toward the acquisition
The completed purchase follows a public-private partnership announced by Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval in July 2026…