Cornell Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio
Montgomery County 45402, 45406, 45417
Cape Cods stretch across Cornell Heights
Cornell Heights was mostly built in the 1930s and '40s, with Cape Cod being the most prevalent architectural style. But there are also plenty of ranch-style homes, bungalows and American Foursquares. Houses sit along leafy streets shaded by large-bowed trees. Very few houses have garages, so residents park on short driveways to the side of homes. While most homes are well-kept, a few need renovation. Properties typically sell for between $45,000 and $175,000, with the average home value settling around $90,000, over $100,000 less than the Dayton Metro Area. “Affordable housing is one of the great things about our neighborhood,” Sharif says. More expensive homes come with higher square footage and recent renovations.
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Fishing, hiking and more in the Five Rivers parks system
Cornell Heights is home to Wesleyan MetroPark, part of the Five Rivers MetroParks system. Along the banks of Wolf Creek, the 62-acre park welcomes visitors to bike and hike the woodland trails, fish along the creek and play at the playground. The park hosts free monthly special events, from introductory classes in outdoor activities, like paddlesports and fly fishing, to group kayaking and hiking excursions. The park also boasts Adventure Central, a youth education center that provides after-school programs and summer day camps. Miami Valley Golf Club is a couple of miles north, and Dayton Northwest Recreation Center is just over a half mile east. The rec center’s major feature is its Olympic-sized pool and aquatics classes for all ages.
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Career pathways at Meadowdale High
Ohio offers students Universal School Choice, allowing families greater control over where children receive their education, but acceptance to schools and programs is subject to availability and other criteria. Cornell Heights students are zoned for Dayton Public School District. They may attend Valerie Elementary School, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School and Meadowdale High School. All three schools receive a C-minus grade from Niche. Valerie Elementary offers a gifted program and hosts donation drives for its MLK Day of Service program. Meadowdale High is also known as the Meadowdale Career Technology Center because it provides specialized career pathways in digital design, engineering, surgical technology and more.
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Cookouts and community connection in Cornell Heights
The neighborhood association hosts regular community events, from neighborhood cleanups to an annual Feast for Neighbors. These allow neighbors to create closer connections and cultivate group efforts to keep the neighborhood in order. The association also informs residents of nearby events, like The Northwest Recreation Center’s annual Back-to-School Bash and Wesleyan MetroPark’s free programming, as well as events downtown. “Being close to downtown, we can participate in all the activities there - festivals, arts venues, free concerts at the Levitt Pavilion, movies at The Neon, the Dayton Art Institute and the Dayton Museum of Natural History,” Sharif says.Only 3 miles from Downtown Dayton
Riverview Avenue and Cornell Drive are the primary thoroughfares for Cornell Heights. They connect to Salem Avenue, a straight shot over the Miami River into Downtown Dayton 3 miles southwest. Bus stops are also throughout the neighborhood, within walking distance of homes. Interstate 75 runs north and south through Dayton, taking travelers to Cincinnati, about 60 miles away. Interstate 70 is 3 miles north of Cornell Heights and goes eastward to Columbus, a 70-mile trip. For long-distance travel, Dayton International Airport is 9 miles away.Shopping and dining along Salem and North Gettysburg avenues
The neighborhood is primarily residential, but Cornell Meat King Supermarket is directly north, serving everyday needs. One mile north, Save A Lot is also an option for groceries. The closest restaurants are along Salem Avenue, 1 mile north, and North Gettysburg Avenue, 2 miles southwest. Along Salem, JJ Fish & Chicken serves comfort food combos, while Happy’s Pizza is a locally known chain. Dragon China and Walgreens are on North Gettysburg Avenue. Rainbow Shops and Dollar General are also along North Gettysburg. More dining and shopping options are available in Downtown Dayton.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Stephanie Clemens
Stephanie Clemens
RE/MAX Victory + Affiliates
(937) 930-3271
56 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$160,000 Price
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Haydee Wright
Haydee Wright
Howard Hanna Real Estate Serv
(937) 930-4213
76 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$70,000 Price
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Kennisha Cunningham
Kennisha Cunningham
Coldwell Banker Realty
(866) 536-7741
49 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$35,000 Price
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James Gullett
James Gullett
Coldwell Banker Heritage
(513) 301-1716
38 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$72,000 Price
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Rion Freeman
Rion Freeman
Red 1 Realty
(937) 489-4339
22 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$119,000 Price
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M.E. Jenkins
M.E. Jenkins
Responds QuicklyIrongate Inc.
(276) 477-2719
43 Total Sales
1 in Cornell Heights
$22,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 7th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Liberation Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Wesleyan MetroPark
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Gettysburg Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Fairview Park
Northwest Recreation Center / Princeton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cornell Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cornell Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cornell Heights, Dayton sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cornell Heights, Dayton over the last 12 months is $81,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$82,000
Median Sale Price
$81,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$82,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$82
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
747
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1949
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,135
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,187
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,496 Sq Ft
- 1419 Lexington Ave
Court Ordered Sale by Private Selling Officer. All information we have on the property is included. We have no additional information, property condition is unknown. NO SHOWINGS, NO trespassing for any reason. Auction ends June 24, 2025 & is online only. Information is thought to be correct but not guaranteed. 10% Buyer Premium added to the high bid, $5,000 deposit is due within 24 hours of
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Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,922
Median Age
38
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,857
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,617
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
20.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Wesleyan Hill
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Westwood
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