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Washington Township

Washington Township

$443,091 Average Value
$291 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Cornfields and farmhouses between Cincinnati and Dayton

Cornfields, equestrian farms and open land prevail in Washington Township, a rural community west of Clarksville, Ohio. Settlements in the area date back more than 2,000 years when Indigenous people performed sacred activities along the Little Miami River at Fort Ancient, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The township itself dates back to 1818, prior the Ohio's statehood. Today, residents retain a lifestyle apart from urban conveniences and faster-paced city life. “We’re your stereotypical image of a farm community,” says Scott Hagemeyer, one of three trustees governing Washington Township and resident since 2001. “We don’t have a stoplight anywhere; we’re just a quiet, country community.” Yet, residents aren't secluded or cut off. Lebanon, 7 miles away, has dining and shopping, and larger cities, Dayton and Cincinnati, are about 35 miles away, reachable via Interstates 75 and 71, respectively.

Lots large enough for horses and four-wheelers

Washington Township offers a mix of single-family, ranch-style homes, rustic cottages, farmhouses and sprawling country estates. Homes range from around $300,000 to $750,000, with the median price hovering around $440,000. Most were built in the mid-1990s and early 2000s, and popular subdivisions include Arabian Run and Hopewell Meadows. A select few properties date back to the early 1900s, long before Interstate 71 divided the landscape. “With it being so rural,” says Hagemeyer, “the cost of home ownership and taxes are reasonable.” It’s common for houses to sit on multiple acres, which means enough space for four-wheelers, workshops and even horses. There are also undeveloped plots of land available for under $150,000. Washington Township has a 1 out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score, ranking it well below the national average of 4.

Ohio’s oldest state park, nature preserves and campgrounds

Along with Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve, the oldest state park in Ohio, Washington Township is also home to the Mather’s Mill Nature Preserve, which spans approximately 42 acres next to the Little Miami River. The preserve has an access point to Little Miami Scenic Trail, also known as the Loveland Bike Trail, which runs close to 80 miles and connects Clark and Hamilton Counties. There are several campgrounds throughout the neighborhood, and, according to Hagemeyer, Olive Branch is especially popular due to its location along the Interstate. Families book log cabins or RV plots year-round, and the site hosts events like “Campfire Christmas” around the holidays. “Both Ceasar Creek and Kings Island [Amusement Park] are a 10-minute drive, so we have a lot of outdoor recreation to offer,” Hagemeyer says. Gulley Park Disc Golf Course is off Middleboro Road, and there are opportunities for catch-and-release fishing—local species include catfish and rainbow trout—in the winding creeks and small lakes throughout the township.

Neighborhood bars and retail in Colony Square Shopping Center

Dining options are sparse in the community save Little River Bar & Grill, a restaurant location that dates back to 1970. While the spot has passed through several owners and undergone name changes, the most current owner and name was established in 2019. The burger joint hosts trivia nights, special events, and, occasionally, live musicians. Historic Downtown Lebanon brick antique stores, frozen custard shops and cozy Italian eateries housed in 19th-century buildings are about 7 miles west. Most notably, the Golden Lamb Restaurant & Hotel has hosted the likes of Charles Dickens and Neil Armstrong since it first opened in 1803. Fast food options and a movie theater in Colony Square Shopping Center, also located in Lebanon, and IGA Express is the nearest grocery store. “That’s the beauty of living here,” says Hagemeyer. “You get the quiet countryside with any community service or amenity you need with a 10 to 15-minute drive.” Those living in the eastern half of the neighborhood are closer to Clarksville’s small town center and Wilmington, Ohio, a few miles beyond.

Agricultural Science at Clinton Massie High School

Students living in the neighborhood can attend schools within the Clinton-Massie Local School District, which includes Clinton Massie Elementary, Clinton Massie Middle and Clinton Massie High. All three earn B grades from Niche. At Clinton Massey High, which has a student body of approximately 500, agricultural science coursework options include livestock selection, mechanical principles and agriculture business. The industrial technology department offers classes in mechanical drawing and metallurgy.

Vertical racing and annual festivals in Lebanon

Devil’s Staircase is located off Corwin Road near the Little Miami River. The off-road race track is the headquarters of the Dayton Motorcycle Club and has hosted Hillclimb Weekend, a two-day vertical racing event with live music and local food vendors, for the past 75 seasons. Horsefeathers Farm is family-friendly and has wallabies on-site, while Ozone Zipline Adventures offers team-building packages. There are community events throughout the year in Downtown Lebanon: rides along the old-fashioned Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, a Horse Parade around Christmastime and a Blues Festival in August that includes a classic car show, beer garden and blocks of street food.

Commutes along Interstates 71 and 75

From Washington Township, it takes about 40 minutes—depending on commuter traffic—to drive the 35 miles along Interstate 71 into Cincinnati. Dayton is also about 35 miles away, accessible via Interstate 75 or State Route 380 and U.S. Route 35. Wilmington Airpark, a leading cargo facility, is a major employer in the region, and private planes can land at Clinton County Regional Airport. However, most commercial flights operate out of the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport, about 60 miles from the neighborhood on the Kentucky side of the Ohio River. The nearest hospital is Clinton Memorial in Wilmington.
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Transit

Airport

James M Cox Dayton International

73 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Washington Township US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Washington Township Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$630,000
Median Sale Price
$630,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$630,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$402,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
38%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$291

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
902
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,910
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,157
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
55,321

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,840
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,441
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,295

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.1%
College Graduates
26.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
% Population in Labor Force
76.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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