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Why Live in Fairlane

Fairlane is a quiet neighborhood in West Dayton featuring sidewalks, mature trees, and an active community association. The area is divided by Liscum Drive, with the east side showcasing red brick ranch-style, split-level, and New Traditional homes, and the west featuring custom-built homes from the 1970s. Fairlane is known for its affordability, with home prices ranging from $40,000 to $240,000. The Dayton VA Medical Center campus, one of the largest in the U.S., is a central feature of the neighborhood, along with the Dayton National Cemetery. The Dayton Grotto Gardens offer lighted pathways, rock formations and memorial gardens. Nearby, Lakeside Park and Arthur O Fisher Park provide recreational opportunities, including fishing, picnicking and athletic courts. The Montgomery County Fairgrounds, adjacent to Fairlane, hosts the annual county fair and various events throughout the year. While the area has seen a decline in commercial business, the Dayton VA Medical Center remains a key employer, and residents have access to shopping and dining options at Westown Shopping Center and along U.S. Route 35. Downtown Dayton is just 6 miles east, and easily accessible via Route 35. Dayton International Airport is 15 miles away. Traffic can become congested around the VA hospital during rush hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fairlane a good place to live?
Fairlane is a good place to live. Fairlane is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Fairlane is a suburban neighborhood. Fairlane has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $53,110 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Fairlane are home owners, with 43% of residents renting and 57% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Fairlane can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Fairlane neighborhood guide.
Is Fairlane, OH a safe neighborhood?
Fairlane, OH is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fairlane?
The median home price in Fairlane is $170,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $34,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.48%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $860 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $37K a year to afford the median home price in Fairlane. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Fairlane is $53K.
What are the best public schools in Fairlane?
The best public schools that serve Fairlane are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Fairlane, Dayton, OH?
The most popular zip codes in Fairlane, Dayton, OH include 45417, 45402, 45406, 45426 and 45439.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Fairlane, Dayton, OH?
The most popular neighborhoods near Fairlane, Dayton, OH are Residence Park, Highview Hills, Westwood, Lakeview and Madden Hill.

Fairlane Home Prices vs. Nearby Dayton, OH Neighborhoods

Fairlane Linden Heights Eastern Hills Mayfield
Median Home Price
$170,000
$158,100
$139,000
$159,950
Median Sale Price
$170,000
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$155,000
+1% YoY
$135,625
+7% YoY
$160,000
+2% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$175,000
$154,700
$136,750
$159,950
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