McCook Field
Suburban Neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio
Montgomery County 45404
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.
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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.
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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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Phil Keeling
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tonya Snyder
Tonya Snyder
RE/MAX Alliance Realty
(937) 714-7170
97 Total Sales
1 in McCook Field
$125,000 Price
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Candace Johnson
Candace Johnson
Responds QuicklyReal of Ohio
(937) 863-9445
230 Total Sales
1 in McCook Field
$59,000 Price
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Mark Regginello
MR
Mark Regginello
Responds QuicklyNavX Realty, LLC
(513) 506-9410
56 Total Sales
1 in McCook Field
$36,500 Price
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Bella Hart
Bella Hart
Responds QuicklyBella Realty Group
(937) 918-7858
364 Total Sales
1 in McCook Field
$45,000 Price
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Katina Perry
Katina Perry
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna Real Estate Serv
(937) 749-9226
24 Total Sales
1 in McCook Field
$45,000 Price
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Jon Murray
Jon Murray
Howard Hanna Real Estate Serv
(937) 930-3402
671 Total Sales
2 in McCook Field
$66K - $160K Price Range
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 7th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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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
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
McCook Field Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McCook Field, Dayton sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in McCook Field, Dayton over the last 12 months is $140,000, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$122,450
Median Sale Price
$140,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$122,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$81
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
277
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1918
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,153
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,902
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Riverdale
Historic riverside community experiencing revitalization
DeWeese
Park-like Dayton suburb near downtown that was home of first NFL game
Five Oaks
Historic community with an active neighborhood association and a major hospital
Grafton Hill
Historic homes close to downtown Dayton, where residents tend to stay
McPherson
Dayton’s first suburb situated between Interstate 75, the Miami River and downtown
North Riverdale
A piece of Dayton's history currently under revitalization
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