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McPherson keeps up with the times
One of Dayton's first suburbs, McPherson has stood the test of time by growing alongside the city. It's just 1 mile north of Downtown Dayton, which is continually undergoing revival due to the efforts of the city government and the Downtown Dayton Partnership. "They have pumped literally billions of dollars into Dayton, and that is starting to seep across the river and into McPherson," says Miranda Biedenharn of Comey & Shepherd Realty, who has been selling homes in Dayton for over 15 years. "You can feel the revitalization coming." Driving along the neighborhood's narrow roads, it's clear that renovation is underway, as many of the older homes from the early 20th century have gotten a facelift. While there are few retail options besides car dealerships in the community, plenty of shops and restaurants are just across the bridge. Plus, locals are next door to Interstate 75, the Miami River and multiple green spaces, from playgrounds to bike trails.
Ornate Victorians and Queen Annes on shady streets
Office buildings, businesses and a large synagogue occupy most of the neighborhood, so residential streets are on the community's western side. Homes sit within the McPherson Town Historic District, considered Dayton's first suburb. Since the 1970s, properties have seen continual renovation and renewal through the Neighborhood Development Corporation, a resident-formed 501C3 organization tasked with updating the neighborhood to stay current with the city's growth. Biedenharn says that investors also play a pivotal role in reviving the area since they renovate homes up to modern standards, attracting both homebuyers and renters. Most homes in McPherson are large, older homes with Queen Anne and Victorian influences, from octagonal turrets with double-hung windows to prominent front-facing gables. Many properties are row-style, sitting quite close to one another. Prices typically range between $170,000 and $270,000, although some properties can sell up to $400,000. Driveways are few and far between, so residents depend on on-street parking, but with the well-paved sidewalks, the neighborhood is walkable. Mature oak trees line the quiet streets in the residential areas, providing shade in the summer and an array of colors in the fall.
Home prices in McPherson typically range between $170,000 and $270,000.
Beautiful and colorful Queen Anne style homes are found throughout McPherson.
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Dining and shopping just across the Miami River
Right across the Miami River are plenty of restaurant and retail options. "Everything you'd ever need is right across the bridge, so it's very easy to get to shopping," says Biedenharn. Black and white photos adorn the walls of Flying Pizza, a family-owned business that's been open for generations. Mudlick Tap House, an upscale gastropub, pairs specialty cocktails with brunch specials. For special occasions, Table 33 is a white tablecloth eatery offering market-price seafood specials and steak frites. New eateries open frequently, as the city welcomed almost 20 new restaurants in the summer of 2024, with even more scheduled to come. Stop-N-Save Food Inc offers locally sourced groceries, while nationally recognized brands like Kroger are 2 miles away off Highway 35. Locals visit The Oregon District or 3rd Sundays Outdoor Market to shop local clothing and boutique stores. Entertainment venues are all over downtown, too. Ballets and theater productions grace the stages of Victoria Theater and Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, while Levitt Pavilion Dayton is the spot for live music. Closer to home on the other side of Interstate 75, The Dayton Art Institute is renowned for its historical art collection and interactive children's gallery.
Flying Pizza serves the best pizza in the heart of Dayton, next to McPherson.
Residents can visit the Dayton Art Institute, just outside of McPherson.
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Biking along the Great Miami Recreational Trail
McPherson Town Park is the neighborhood's pocket park, but most residents head to McKinley Park to picnic and play together. Across the street are a couple of tennis courts open for public use. For a walk or leisurely bike ride along the Miami River, the Great Miami Recreational Trail stretches along the neighborhood's southern border. It winds past the Korean War Veterans Memorial and extends roughly 93 miles across multiple cities. One mile away is Deeds Point MetroPark, which is part of the Five Rivers MetroPark system. The park features many trails, some of which are also part of the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The green space also has several commemorative monuments and onshore fishing areas. Maureen Johnson, a visitor services representative at Five Rivers MetroParks, says the park itself has no restrictions on fishing, but anglers are required to have an Ohio fishing license and must abide by all posted state guidelines to cast a line. For indoor recreation, the YMCA of Greater Dayton is half a mile south.
The Great Miami River Trail offers 93 miles of trails through Kittyhawk and beyond.
McPherson is home to the Korean War Veterans Memorial and is a beautiful space to walk.
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Montessori and arts-focused education
Children in McPherson attend Dayton Public Schools, beginning at River's Edge Montessori School, which has a C-minus rating from Niche. The school offers enrichment clubs during the last 30 minutes of the school day. The clubs have diverse focus areas, from Japanese paper folding to swing dance. Older students move to Wright Brothers Middle School, which also has a C-minus rating. High schoolers attend Stivers School for the Arts, which offers eight magnet concentrations in performing arts, visual arts and writing. It has a B-plus rating, and Niche considers it the sixth-best high school for the arts in Ohio. The neighborhood is also 1 mile from Downtown Dayton's B-rated Sinclair Community College.
River's Edge Montessori is a place for students to expand their knowledge daily.
Students at Stivers School for the Arts are talented and high achieving.
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Paths through the city and over the river
Interstate 75 creates the neighborhood's northern border. Residents trade increased noise levels for convenience, as the highway connects drivers to the city's edges and beyond in just a few miles. On the other side of the interstate is Kettering Health Dayton, a major hospital with ties to Ohio University. Lined with bus stops, Ohio State Route 48 and Riverside Drive are the primary paths over the Miami River into Downtown Dayton. For air travel, Dayton International Airport is 11 miles north.
Crime
The neighborhood has a CAP Index score of 7, versus the national average of 4. The area has higher-than-average scores for property crime. The West District of the Dayton Police Department addresses this by regularly patrolling the neighborhood and informing community members of crime-stopper resources.
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On average, homes in McPherson, Dayton sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in McPherson, Dayton over the last 12 months is $149,900, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Historic 3-bedroom, 2-full bath home in Dayton's vibrant McPherson Town Historic District. Meticulously rehabilitated. Perfect for those who value both modern convenience & historic charm. Large 1 car detached garage w/ 100 amp service w/ 2 off-street parking spots. Fully updated kitchen w/granite countertops & 2 full baths (2024), appliances, new paint & flooring throughout, replacement windows
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