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Dayton, OH

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Big-city amenities with a dose of Midwestern charm

Historic Affordable Active Scenic Riverside Accessible

Located in western Ohio, Dayton is widely regarded as the Birthplace of Aviation. Once home to the Wright brothers, Dayton lives up to its reputation with notable landmarks like the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and Hawthorn Hill—the Wright family mansion.

In addition to a rich history in aviation, Dayton touts an extensive array of recreational opportunities. The city’s Five Rivers MetroParks provides more than 16,000 acres of green space, helping to make Dayton the “Outdoor Capital of the Midwest.” Greater Dayton also boasts over 340 miles of paved trails, the largest network of paved trails in the nation.

Dayton also contains a bevy of metropolitan amenities, including the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, Fifth Third Field, Dayton Convention Center, Carillon Historical Park, and the University of Dayton. Getting around from Dayton is a breeze with convenience to I-75, I-70, and Dayton International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Dayton, OH is $832 for a studio, $944 for one bedroom, $1,221 for two bedrooms, and $1,466 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dayton has increased by 3.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$944/month
653 Sq Ft
House
$1,431/month
1,145 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,067/month
843 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,380/month
1,015 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Smith Middle School

Public

Grades 4-5

453 Students

7
out of 10

Harman Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-6

413 Students

7
out of 10

Beverly Gardens Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

395 Students

7
out of 10

Saville Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

379 Students

7
out of 10

Smith Elementary School

Public

Grades PK & 1-6

520 Students

6
out of 10

Oakwood Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

303 Students

8
out of 10

Hadley E Watts Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

687 Students

7
out of 10

Stivers School for the Arts

Public

Grades 7-12

787 Students

6
out of 10

Mad River Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

553 Students

5
out of 10

Wogaman Pre-K-8 School

Public

Grades 7-8

364 Students

3
out of 10

Oakwood High School

Public

Grades 9-12

683 Students

10
out of 10

Stivers School for the Arts

Public

Grades 7-12

787 Students

6
out of 10

Stebbins High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,091 Students

4
out of 10

Northridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

422 Students

3
out of 10

Jefferson High School

Public

Grades 7-12

122 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Wegerzyn Gardens Metropark
  • The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
  • Island MetroPark
  • Deeds Point MetroPark
  • Five Rivers Metroparks Main Office

Airports

  • James M Cox Dayton International

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Living in Dayton

Restaurants

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You can find everything from fine dining, causal fare and ethnic cuisine in the Dayton area. The Pine Club, Neil’s Heritage House and the Dayton Racquet Club are known for a fine dining experience. The Racquet Club is reserved for members. BD’S Mongolian Grill is popular for the opportunity to create your own stir-fry. Osaka Japanese Steakhouse provides guests with full service Hibachi and meals prepared tableside.

The Spaghetti Warehouse is a popular tradition for anyone looking for a great Italian meal. The location even includes a railroad car for dining. Marion’s Pizza is equally well-known for excellent pizza and sandwiches. Dayton also has craft beer venues, sports bars and unique coffee shops.

Transportation

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The Dayton International Airport is just minutes away from the downtown area in Vandalia. Access to the airport is easy off of I70 and plenty of parking options are available for travelers. While the airport is classified as international, it is small enough for easy navigation to terminals.

The RTA provides extensive bus transportation throughout the Dayton area and outlying communities. Service is available seven days a week with limited service on major holidays. Extra routes and reduced fares are offered for special events.

Shopping

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You will find all the shopping opportunities you need in Dayton and the outlying communities. The downtown streets have an assortment of boutique stores and specialty shops. The 2nd Street Market features local items and vendors with homegrown produce and artisan offerings.

The Dayton Mall is actually located on Miamisburg Centerville Road, south of the city. This large indoor mall features over 150 shops and small restaurants. There are two other larger malls in the area to choose from. The Greene is located in Beavercreek and offers shoppers an outdoor mall setting with a movie theater and numerous restaurants. The Mall at Fairfield Commons is also located in Beavercreek with a large number of indoor shops, boutiques and a food court. The area surrounding this mall features many large retailers and restaurants.

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