The story of this market
The typical home in Dayton, Ohio sells for about $134,900, or $96 per square foot.
Prices are up +5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38.1 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+3%
OH · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Dayton, Ohio
Dayton's housing market is showing signs of steady growth, driven by high affordability and a consistent demand for entry-level housing. While inventory remains tight, the market is benefiting from stable appreciation and a strong local employment base. Investors and first-time buyers are finding opportunities in the city's diverse neighborhoods, though school quality and crime remain key considerations for long-term value.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Dayton yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2026) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 13 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 6.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 39 days on market with 0.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
2% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 6.38% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 26.9% — a mixed stability profile.
- Land of Illusion Adventure Park4.416.6 mi
- Caesar Creek State Park4.619 mi
- Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton4.45.4 mi
- Nova Trampoline and Adventure Park4.77.6 mi
- On Par Entertainment4.86.5 mi
- Ohio Renaissance Festival4.721 mi
- Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway3.94.1 mi
- Nutter Center4.37.7 mi
- Land of Illusion Adventure Park4.416.6 mi
- University of Dayton Arena4.71.7 mi
- National Museum of the US Air Force4.94.7 mi
- Cinemark The Greene IMAX and SCREENX4.56.6 mi
- Nova Trampoline and Adventure Park4.77.6 mi
- Cinemark Dayton South 16 and XD4.58.2 mi
- Cox Arboretum MetroPark4.87.4 mi
- National Museum of the US Air Force4.94.7 mi
- Historic Clifton Mill4.419.7 mi
- Boonshoft Museum of Discovery4.72.1 mi
- Carillon Historical Park4.82.1 mi
- Aullwood Audubon Center4.89 mi
- Cox Arboretum MetroPark4.87.4 mi
- Carillon Historical Park4.82.1 mi
- Aullwood Audubon Center4.89 mi
- Charleston Falls Preserve4.811.1 mi
- Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark4.83.2 mi
- Heatherwoode Golf Club4.715.4 mi
- PipeStone Golf Club4.310.5 mi
- Golf Galaxy Performance Center3.98.5 mi
- Community Golf Course43.4 mi
- Graywolf Golf Club3.98.4 mi
- Dayton Mall48.7 mi
- The Greene4.56.4 mi
- The Mall at Fairfield Commons4.37.3 mi
- Meijer4.26 mi
- Dorothy Lane Market4.73.8 mi
- Dayton International Airport4.410 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A vast network of parks and trails that serves as the city's primary green infrastructure, promoting outdoor recreation and community health.
A premier cultural institution featuring extensive collections that serve as a major anchor for downtown tourism and local education.
A significant regional trail system that connects various parts of the city, enhancing connectivity and property appeal for active residents.
Dayton is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and investors seeking high-yield, low-entry-cost properties. Its affordability also makes it an attractive option for first-time homebuyers who are willing to invest in renovation projects within the city's historic neighborhoods.
The public school system in Dayton faces significant challenges, with many schools performing below state averages in proficiency metrics. Efforts are underway to improve educational outcomes through district-wide reforms and increased community engagement.
Dayton is served by a network of major highways, including I-75 and I-70, which facilitate regional connectivity. Public transit options are available, though the city remains largely car-dependent for daily commuting.
Dayton offers a robust amenity base centered on the Five Rivers MetroParks system, which provides extensive trails and green spaces. The city also features cultural landmarks like the Dayton Art Institute and historic districts that offer unique shopping and dining experiences.
The rental market in Dayton is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant portion of the population living in renter-occupied units. Vacancy pressure remains relatively low due to the limited supply of modern, high-quality rental stock, attracting interest from long-term investors.
The economy is heavily influenced by the presence of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and a growing sector in professional and technical services. The city is transitioning from a traditional manufacturing base toward a more diversified service and research-oriented economy.
Dayton's economy is anchored by aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing, with major employers like Wright-Patterson Air Force Base driving regional stability. Infrastructure projects, including downtown revitalization and trail network expansions, are contributing to a slow but steady economic momentum.
Current planning efforts are focused on urban infill and the renovation of historic districts to preserve the city's architectural heritage while modernizing housing stock.
Parcels in Dayton are subject to various special districts, including school district levies and potential utility or flood control assessments depending on the specific location.
Dayton experiences higher rates of property and violent crime compared to the Ohio state average. Local law enforcement and city initiatives are actively working to address these trends through community-focused policing and urban revitalization efforts.
The city faces moderate risks related to severe weather, including occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Great Miami River and wind-related damage. Property owners are generally advised to maintain adequate insurance coverage for these regional climate risks.
Property insurance premiums in the region are influenced by the area's exposure to severe weather events, with market health remaining stable but sensitive to national reinsurance trends.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Ohio) — Real Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 35% of its true market value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the effective tax rate (millage) of the local taxing district.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and Census Reporter.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.