Why Live in Princeton Heights
Princeton Heights in Dayton is a neighborhood characterized by homes built during the city's manufacturing boom from the 1930s to the 1950s. Architectural styles include brick-sided ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, bungalows, and American Foursquares, often shaded by mature trees. The area is undergoing significant renovation, with many foreclosed homes being rehabbed. While some properties are investor-owned rentals, the majority of residents are longtime homeowners, primarily retirees. Princeton Park, covering nearly a quarter of the neighborhood, features ball fields, sports courts, and the Northwest Recreation Center, which offers a heated pool and various classes. Additional recreational options include Fairview Park and Wesleyan MetroPark, which has woodland trails and free paddlesports classes. Shopping and dining are conveniently located 1 mile away along Salem Avenue, home to the community-built Gem City Market and various chain restaurants. Downtown Dayton, 2 miles away, offers diverse dining options and cultural attractions like the Packard Museum and Dayton Convention Center. The Princeton Heights Neighborhood Association focuses on beautification efforts, including litter removal and tree trimming. Salem Avenue, half a mile east, connects the neighborhood to downtown and shopping malls 5 miles away, with Interstate 75 accessible 2 miles away. Multiple bus lines provide direct connections to various parts of the city, and Dayton International Airport is less than 10 miles north.
