Though once just another of West Dayton’s impoverished neighborhoods, a civic and business-led movement has grown in recent years, suggesting a new day for MacFarlane is just around the corner. Renovating historic homes and destroying those beyond saving has begun the long path to reinvigorating the area. Community initiatives, affordable housing, and proximity to Dayton’s downtown area have made this neighborhood attractive to investors and first-time homebuyers.
Restoring the historical
While first impressions of MacFarlane can be humble, closer inspection reveals a past worth restoring. “There are some massive, estate-style homes in the neighborhood from long ago when we had thriving manufacturing plants in Dayton,” says Miranda Biedenharn, who works with Comey and Shepherd Realtors and has been selling homes in the area for 15 years. “The homes were forgotten about and started to fall apart, but recently, there has been a push to restore them to their former glory.” Cape Cod, Craftsman, and American Foursquare are popular housing styles in the area, many over 100 years old. On the one hand, this offers a historical quality that some homeowners find irresistible. On the other, these fixer-upper houses often require a level of investment equal to the price of the building itself. Worn sidewalks connect homes to local commercial zones, giving the area a level of walkability. Street parking and small, grassy yards are the standard. Homes generally run a price range between $50,000 and $150,000.
Many homes in MacFarlane feature large covered front porches.
There is a home for everyone in MacFarlane.
MacFarlane is popular for single family homes and multifamily homes.
There is a home for everyone in MacFarlane.
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Convenient to downtown and Miami Valley Hospital
Bordered to the south by U.S. Route 35, travel throughout the Dayton area and beyond is convenient, including the downtown area, which can be found less than 2 miles northeast. Miami Valley Hospital is less than 4 miles to the east, while the Dayton International Airport is 14 miles north. Public transportation is popular, and the Dayton RTA has a bus line that services the entire Greater Dayton area, including several stops in MacFarlane.
A basket of chicken at Shark's
Shark's Fish and Chicken is a local favorite for casual baskets of fried shrimp, chicken and fish. The Save Food Supermarket is less than a mile southwest, and the Westown Shopping Center is 2.5 miles west, just past Arlington Heights.
Residents of MacFarlane are just minutes away from downtown Dayton.
Get your shopping done at Westown Shopping Center in MacFarlane.
MacFarlane residents love visiting the local Shark's Fish and Chicken.
Residents of MacFarlane can grab quick groceries from the Save Food Super Market.
You don't have to travel far to shop for clothes in MacFarlane.
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Poetry at the Paul Laurence Dunbar House
Burkham Center Park is a public expanse of greenery dotted with mature trees, multiple playground sets, basketball hoops and vast stretches of grass for picnics, games of tag and comparing cloud shapes. Named for the lauded African-American poet who once made it his home, the Paul Laurence Dunbar House offers guided tours and free admission for anyone interested in the literary side of Dayton.
Dayton Grotto Gardens near MacFarlane features a picturesque walkway around a pond.
Kids in MacFarlane can play on the playground at Riverview Park.
Down the street from MacFarlane is the large Burkham Center Park.
MacFarlane was once the home to the poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar, and now offers tours.
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CCP at the International School
Ohio’s Open Enrollment policy allows students to attend any school they see fit, not limiting them to their local district. Students can begin at Westwood Elementary, which scores a C-minus on Niche, before heading to Wogaman Middle School, which has a D-plus. High schoolers can enroll at the International School at Residence Park, which has a D-plus and offers College Credit Plus, enabling students to earn college credits as they finish their diploma. Those needing extra help can attend Mound Street Academy, which scores a D and works directly with students in danger of dropping out or leaving their education unfinished.
Dunbar High School serves the community of MacFarlane.
Kids in MacFarlane can attend Wogaman Middle School.
Westwood Elementary School is a public school for students in grades PK and K-6.
Wogaman Middle School has separate seventh and eighth grader dress codes.
Welcome to International School at Residence Park.
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Community togetherness at Dakota Center
Organizations like the Dakota Center play an integral part in the local community, hosting after-school homework programs for kids, seniors' social activities, and a community basketball team.
The Dakota Center offers programs to engage people of all ages in MacFarlane.
Lots of renovating historic homes and destroying homes is occurring in MacFarlane.
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Important to know
The CAP Index sets MacFarlane’s crime score at 7 out of 10, above the national average of 4. This includes a 10 out of 10 for homicide. Though an increase in law enforcement in West Dayton is planned for 2025, potential homeowners are advised to be safe and aware when considering a move.
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Parks in this Area
Liberation Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Sunrise MetroPark
Picnic Area
Trails
McKinley Park
Trails
Playground
Dayton Bike Yard
McIntosh Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Northwest Recreation Center / Princeton Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Burkham Center Park
Transit
Airport
James M Cox Dayton International
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
MacFarlane
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
10
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in MacFarlane, Dayton sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in MacFarlane, Dayton over the last 12 months is $115,000, down 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
**SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE** This property at 437 S Broadway St in Dayton, OH is a vacant land/lot that consist of 3 connecting parcels. The total lot size is 22,503 sq.ft., providing ample space for development or investment opportunities. With no existing structures on the property, buyers have the flexibility to build from the ground up. The property is conveniently located in a prime area,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,014
Median Age
30
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
35.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,151
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,783
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
0%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
50.7%
Below 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®
44/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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