Liberty Township, Ohio · Relocation guide

Moving to Liberty Township, Ohio? Here's what locals know.

A local's guide to Liberty Township, Ohio: the parks, the food, the schools and the commute, from a Real Link agent who helps people move here.

Updated September 2026

43,999Residents (2020 Census)
+18%Growth from 2010 to 2020
Liberty Center1.2M sq ft of shops & dining
I-75Via the SR 129 interchange

Why people choose Liberty Township

What Liberty Township, Ohio is known for

Liberty Township is one of the fastest-growing communities north of Cincinnati, with newer neighborhoods and a lot of builder activity.

Growing fast

The township grew about 18% between 2010 and 2020, to 43,999 residents. That growth means newer subdivisions and plenty of new construction to choose from.

Liberty Center

An open-air and indoor shopping and dining district that opened in 2015, with Dillard's, a dine-in movie theater, a comedy club, Cooper's Hawk, The Cheesecake Factory and Northstar Cafe.

Easy highway access

State Route 129 connects the township straight to I-75, putting Cincinnati, Dayton and the West Chester job centers within an easy drive.

Healthcare close by

Cincinnati Children's Hospital has its Liberty Campus here, and UC Health's West Chester Hospital is just to the south.

Coming up

Liberty Township events & things to do

A few highlights from the calendar. See the full city calendar →

Sun, Oct 4 · 11 am–2 pm

Firefighter Chili Cook-Off & Spot-A-Truck

Liberty Center, next to the Taylor Garage
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Sat, Oct 31 · 6–8 pm

Halloween Trick-or-Treat

Township-wide
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Sat, Dec 5 · 8–10:30 am

Saturday with Santa

Liberty Township
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Eat & drink

Liberty Township restaurants locals love

A starter list of local favorites. Tell me what you like and I'll send you more.

Son of a ButcherSteak & seafood
Cozy's Cafe and PubAmerican · live music patio
Putter's TavernNeighborhood bar & grill
Northstar CafeScratch kitchen · Liberty Center
El Rancho GrandeMexican
Cooper's Hawk WineryWinery & restaurant · Liberty Center

Parks & recreation

Liberty Township parks & recreation

Township parks with trails, fishing ponds, disc golf and wetlands to explore.

Liberty Park

The township's largest park: 2+ miles of trails, three playgrounds (one fully accessible), 12 soccer fields, ball fields, courts and a stocked fishing pond.

The Wetlands Park

42 acres of nature trails through wetland and woods, popular for bird watching.

Reserves Park

Walking paths, a nature trail, a disc golf course and a fishing pond.

Dudley Memorial Park

An 11.4-acre park with 7.5 acres of natural, bridged and mulched hiking trails.

Schools

Liberty Township schools

Liberty Township is served by Lakota Local Schools, which it shares with West Chester Township. Lakota East High School is located in the township.

Worth knowing: School district lines don't always follow township lines or ZIP codes. I check the district for every home by its exact address before you make an offer.

Getting around

Commute times from Liberty Township

Downtown Cincinnatiabout 30 min
West Chester / Union Centreabout 10 min
Downtown Daytonabout 35 min
CVG Airportabout 40 min

Typical off-peak drive times. Rush hour on I-75 adds more.

Common questions

Living in Liberty Township, Ohio: FAQ

What is Liberty Township, Ohio known for?

Liberty Township is one of the fastest-growing communities north of Cincinnati, with newer neighborhoods and a lot of builder activity. The township grew about 18% between 2010 and 2020, to 43,999 residents. An open-air and indoor shopping and dining district that opened in 2015, with Dillard's, a dine-in movie theater, a comedy club, Cooper's Hawk, The Cheesecake Factory and Northstar Cafe. State Route 129 connects the township straight to I-75, putting Cincinnati, Dayton and the West Chester job centers within an easy drive.

What county is Liberty Township, Ohio in, and what is the ZIP code?

Liberty Township is in Butler County. ZIP codes: 45044, 45069 and 45011, and the Postal Service accepts "Liberty Township, OH" on all three.

How many people live in Liberty Township?

Liberty Township had 43,999 residents at the 2020 Census.

How long is the commute from Liberty Township?

Downtown Cincinnati: about 30 min; West Chester / Union Centre: about 10 min; Downtown Dayton: about 35 min; CVG Airport: about 40 min. Typical off-peak drive times. Rush hour on I-75 adds more.

What school district is Liberty Township in?

Liberty Township is served by Lakota Local Schools, which it shares with West Chester Township. Lakota East High School is located in the township. School district lines don't always follow township lines or ZIP codes. I check the district for every home by its exact address before you make an offer.

What is there to do in Liberty Township?

Popular spots include Liberty Park, The Wetlands Park, Reserves Park and Dudley Memorial Park. For food, locals like Son of a Butcher, Cozy's Cafe and Pub and Putter's Tavern. Coming up: Firefighter Chili Cook-Off & Spot-A-Truck, Halloween Trick-or-Treat and Saturday with Santa.

What is the cost of living in Liberty Township?

Housing is the biggest variable, and prices vary a lot by neighborhood, home age and home type. Tell me your budget and I'll send you a current Liberty Township market snapshot from the MLS, free.

Do I need a local real estate agent to move to Liberty Township?

It helps, especially from out of town. Brandon Gilliam of Real Link Real Estate can tour homes for you by live video, check the school district for each address, and line up lenders and inspectors before you arrive.

Brandon Gilliam, REALTOR® serving Liberty Township, Ohio

Your local contact

Hi, I'm Brandon.

I'm Brandon Gilliam, a REALTOR® with Real Link Real Estate. I help people buy and sell homes across the greater Cincinnati area, including new construction and existing homes.

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