Mariemont began as a planned community in the 1920s that eventually evolved into a desirable residential haven with a family-oriented atmosphere. The housing is widely varied to include single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and apartments. The village square serves as the heart of the community, lined with services, shops, and dining establishments. Distinguished as the only village with an elected town crier, Mariemont is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Recreational facilities are well developed and include a village pool, tennis courts, sports fields, and lush parks. The school in this are area some of the most desirable in the tri-state region.