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Historic homes and easy access define Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is a highly residential Dayton neighborhood where historic homes set the tone. Streets are full of character, showing off decades of careful preservation or ongoing improvement. Students are within walking distance of schools, and main roads like Salem Avenue keep local businesses and popular parks within reach. Commuters are a short drive from Dayton's major hubs and highways. Overall, Mount Vernon is a desirable, well-connected area offering well-built homes, significant architecture and relatively affordable prices.
Mount Vernon is an established neighborhood of historic homes.
Many streets are lush and tree-lined.
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Early 20th-century homes with strong values and renovation appeal
Lush, tree-lined streets reveal a wide variety of early 20th-century homes. No two homes look exactly alike, but you'll find plenty of familiar designs, from Cape Cods and colonials to Craftsman-style duplexes, ranch-style homes and cottages with Tudor-inspired elements. "It has some of the largest homes in the zip code," says Ryan Ingram, Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. Many have been kept in good condition by longtime residents, while others need renovations. Renewed interest in the area shows that homebuyers and investors are up for the task. "It's an area that's prospering. People want to move there and fix up the homes," says Traci Martin, Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. People also take care of the community by getting involved in beautification projects and local cleanups organized by the Mount Vernon Neighborhood Association.
"Mount Vernon has kept its house values extremely well," Ingram says. On average, home prices range from the lower $100,000s to the upper $200,000s. This is notably more affordable than many of Dayton's well-known historic districts, like Grafton Hill and Oregon, but on par with nearby areas, like Dayton View Triangle. Fixer-uppers usually cost less than $100,000, and the occasional extra-large multifamily unit can cost over $400,000.
Tudor-style homes have distinct half-timbering details.
The community has many restored homes, like this colorful colonial.
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Public and charter schools are near the neighborhood
Students typically attend Dayton Public Schools. Many kids are within walking or biking distance of Fairview Elementary School and Edwin Joel Brown Middle School. Nearby charter options include Gem City Career Prep High School in neighboring Five Oaks.
Find businesses along growing corridors and downtown
Mount Vernon is almost entirely residential, but businesses aren't too far away. "The city has redone a lot on Salem Avenue and Main Street, so they're starting to see more opportunities coming in," says Curtis Babio, Realtor with ManCo Property Services. These growing business corridors offer many staple restaurants and shops, but if people need more than that, they can just as "easily hop on to Salem Avenue to get where they need to go, usually being downtown," Martin says. Downtown Dayton has several popular boutiques, restaurants and entertainment hubs.
How location and transit options shape daily commutes here
"We're a community with a lot to offer," says Reverend Doctor Charles Brown, a 40-year resident of Mount Vernon. "There's a quiet family vibe, but we're also convenient to downtown, I-75 and I-70." Salem Avenue connects with the interstate and downtown Dayton in about 2 miles, keeping big employers close. Commuters are also roughly the same distance from Kettering Health Dayton, another major employer. Most people get around by car, but there are also city bus stops throughout the neighborhood.
Where locals go for outdoor time and recreation
Several parks and recreation hubs are near the neighborhood. Examples include:
ZAPP Park, a commemorative green space with sculptures and a mural
Omega Campus Playground, a quiet spot where kids can run and play
Princeton Park, a green space with sports courts, play areas and the Northwest Recreation Center
Get some fresh air and exercise at Princeton Park less than 1 mile away.
The Northwest Recreation Center offers indoor activities at Princeton Park.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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Mount Vernon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Vernon, Dayton sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Vernon, Dayton over the last 12 months is $170,450, up 70% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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