$86,438Average Value$81Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Tucked between the Stillwater and Great Miami
Set against the convergence of the Stillwater and Great Miami Rivers, McCook Field boasts picturesque views and a suburban environment close to the inner city of Dayton, placing some of the area’s most essential institutions right in the residents’ backyard. “I’d say that the Dayton Children’s Hospital is what brings people to McCook Field,” says Miranda Biedenharn, Realtor with Comey & Shepard, who has been selling in the area for nearly 20 years. “It’s a huge employer, and a lot of the people in the homes are residents or travel nurses who love the proximity to work.” Throw in a tightly-knit community and lower-than-average real estate prices for the area, and recent interest in the location comes into sharp focus.
Value-priced homes north of downtown Dayton
As one of Dayton’s older neighborhoods, homes in McCook Field offer a glimpse into the city’s past, with Victorian and Colonial homes featuring prominently in the southern stretches of the area before the landscape slowly evolves into one of bungalows and American Foursquares as it approaches Northridge. Despite their sometimes-historic nature and larger size, these homes are generally listed at prices far beneath Dayton averages. “For the square footage, it’s an extremely affordable area, and people are starting to realize it,” says Biedenharn. Prices range between the mid-$30,000s for a home in need of complete rehabilitation to the mid-$100,000s for well-maintained and renovated buildings. Sidewalks make the area reasonably pedestrian-friendly, a fact that is reflected in the decision of many locals to ride their bikes into downtown Dayton, some 2 miles south.
Colorful homes line the many of the streets in McCook Field.
Quaint, inexpensive homes are a staple within the McCook Field neighborhood.
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Close to the Dayton Children's Hospital
Locals consistently cite location as one of McCook Field’s biggest assets. Bisected by Interstate 75, most major employers and entertainment sites are conveniently close. The Dayton Children’s Hospital in neighboring Old North Dayton is 1 mile east, while the University of Dayton is 3 miles south. Public transit is essential for many residents, and the Dayton RTA bus system offers access to anywhere in the city for $2 a ride.
The Dayton Children's Hospital is neighboring to McCook Field.
University of Dayton is just 3 miles south of McCook Field, making the neighborhood popular.
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Cabbage rolls at Falb's
The area is dotted with familiar fast-food options like McDonald’s and Taco Bell, with local favorite Marion’s Piazza found just across the river in the DeWeese neighborhood. Serving the area since 1920, Falb’s is a classic cafeteria-style diner that offers specialty sandwiches, hot soup and daily specials like cabbage roll Fridays. The Gem City Market grocery store can be found 2 miles southwest in Old Dayton.
Falb's Restaurant has been serving the McCook Field area since 1920.
Locals in McCook Field can visit Gem City Market for all their grocery needs.
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Check out the view at Deeds Point
McCook Field’s west side is the site of its most impressive examples of local greenery and public parks. The Island MetroPark is set just off the Island Park Reservoir and features 43 acres of walking trails, boating opportunities and a band shell that features regular live performances. Further south is Deeds Point MetroPark, best known for its flower-filled landscaping and a panoramic view of Dayton’s skyline. Equipped with 15 different baseball and softball diamonds, Kettering Field hosts most of the area’s local ballgames, including adult and youth leagues alike.
Kettering Field in McCook Field is home to many baseball fields for kids to enjoy.
Bike along Deeds Point Metropark tranquil paths, framed by lush greenery and flowing fountains.
Visitors from Dayton come spend their lunch breaks at Island Metropark, near McCook Field.
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An Ohio educational first
Ohio has an Open Enrollment policy that allows parents to choose the right school for their child, regardless of their district. Local students could begin at Ruskin Elementary School, which has a C-minus from Niche and is well known for its heavily diverse student body. From there, they can attend the C-rated Mad River Middle School before enrolling at Stivers School for the Arts, which ranks a B-plus and offers specialty programs in the fine and performing arts. Those interested in a private education can attend The Greater Dayton School, the first non-religious private school in Ohio dedicated entirely to underserved students.
Ruskin Elementary is a public school located in Dayton, Ohio.
Stivers School for the Arts has consistently been named a top performing school.
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Get a taste of Old North Dayton
A Taste of Old North Dayton celebrates local food and businesses with vendors, live music and dancing. Held every summer, this Dayton tradition is especially popular with neighboring McCook Field residents, many of whom help to plan the event. A quick drive into downtown Dayton also offers residents access to any of the city’s signature events, including the Dayton Pride Parade, thrown every year to celebrate Dayton’s LGBTQIA+ community.
Important to know
Due to corporate groundwater contamination, the Environmental Protection Agency declared McCook Field a Superfund site in 2009. Vapor intrusion from this contamination can build up in homes, often to a dangerous level. “We’ve done a pretty good job of ensuring at-risk homes have mitigation systems, but it is a challenge,” says Jerry Bowling, President of McCook Field Neighborhood Association. However, he’s quick to point out that this does not affect the drinking water. “The city of Dayton has a premier drinking water system—probably better than most communities in the country.”
The CAP Index has listed McCook Field as an 8 out of 10, above the national average of 4 out of 10. Police have responded to increasing crime rates with plans to open a new station in West Dayton, which they hope will assist in response times citywide.
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Parks in this Area
Island Metropark
Bike Trails
Boating
Camping
Deeds Point Metropark
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Claridge Park
Basketball
Skateboard
Tennis
Kettering Field
Baseball/Softball
Events
Concessions
Centennial Field
Football
Soccer
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
James M Cox Dayton International
18 min drive
Bus
Webster & Kroc Center
Bus
Stanley & Helena
Bus
Keowee & Leo
Bus
Leo & Time Warner Cable
Bus
Keowee & Stanley
Bus
Leo & Keowee
Bus
Webster & Herbert
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
McCook Field
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McCook Field, Dayton sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in McCook Field, Dayton over the last 12 months is $104,400, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming, Spacious 1444 sq ft 2 bedroom, 1 bath home, 57 Kiser. Updates 2025, new roof, siding, kitchen and bath, floors, light fixtures, fresh paint. Main Level features living room, dining room Huge eat in kitchen 20X13, full bath and enclosed spacious back storage room 13X6. Original ornate mill work around interior living room and dining room windows and dining room coat closet door trim.
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The 2-story duplex is already income generating with one unit renting for $775/month. Units have living room, dining room, basement. Current tenant is month to month.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
941
Median Age
41
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,342
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$32,698
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.7%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
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®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 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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