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Northridge Estates blends subdivision living with natural spaces
Along a bend in the Stillwater River, Northridge Estates is a woodsy Dayton neighborhood known for its distinct residential areas and popular metro park. The community can feel more like a patchwork of small neighborhoods than a single, uniform subdivision, as different pockets reflect different housing eras. Students attend Northridge Local Schools, which are less than 3 miles from most homes. Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark is a key feature of the community, inviting you to explore the outdoors and get your hands in the dirt. Nearby retail hubs have places to shop and dine, and main corridors like Interstate 75 connect residents to the rest of Dayton.
How varied home styles shape the housing market in this area
Northridge Estates includes a few distinct subdivisions, so housing styles and neighborhood layouts vary. "You've got some higher-end homes, you've got some platted homes and you've got a little bit of the conservancy area right along the river," says Brian Clawson, a real estate agent with Re/Max Alliance Realty Inc. Some sections have split-level and ranch-style homes from the 1900s, while other areas have New Traditional homes from the early 2000s. Some homes have been replaced with contemporary options built in the 2020s.
The neighborhood's housing market is competitive. Homes don't often come on the market, and when they do, they usually sell in about a month, faster than the national average of about 55 days. Most people buy homes as-is, but with the rise in new construction, buyers are also leaning into renovating. "As high as the seller's market has been, flipping is big anywhere someone can get a place for a good price, like here," says Kent Summers, a Realtor at Summers Realty. Home prices usually range between the upper $100,000s and the mid-$300,000s, depending on a home's age and level of remodeling.
New Traditional homes from the early 2000s are common.
Most subdivisions have quiet cul-de-sacs and traditional suburban homes.
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Kids are zoned for Northridge schools despite Dayton addresses
Even though Northridge Estates is within Dayton's city limits, kids in the neighborhood are served by the Northridge Local Schools district, which has all four of its schools on a single campus. If students want to attend Dayton schools, they can apply during the annual open enrollment period.
Northridge Middle School shares a campus with Northridge Elementary and High.
Most students attend Northridge High School instead of Dayton high schools.
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Scenic treescapes line Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark.
Explore formal gardens, river trails and community grow plots
Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark is the spot for outdoor recreation. It offers over 88 acres of nature exploration. Here, you can:
Walk through 10 different formal gardens filled with perennial flowers and native plants
Let little ones explore natural habitats at the Children's Discovery Garden
Grow your own produce in the seasonal and year-round community gardens
Hike or bike along the Stillwater River Trail
Take a boardwalk stroll through The Swamp Forest
Nearby destinations for groceries, restaurants and movie nights
The neighborhood is beside Northridge, a major hub for shopping and dining. You can easily find grocery stores, major retailers and locally owned restaurants, as well as the Dixie Twin Drive-In, a seasonal favorite for outdoor movie nights. Even more commercial options are just north of the neighborhood. "Benchwood Road and Miller Lane are just exploding restaurant areas," Summers says.
You can find lots of local businesses in nearby shopping centers in Northridge and Vandalia.
Watch an outdoor movie at the Dixie Twin Drive-In.
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A car-dependent area with short commutes and job hubs close by
You'll need a car to get around. If you head a couple of blocks over into Northridge, you can use North Dixie Drive or Interstate 75 to reach Downtown Dayton in less than 10 miles. That's less than a 15-minute commute, even during rush hour. "Having I-75 nearby is great because that's what's drawing all the restaurants to the area, but it's not so close that it causes a lot of traffic," Summers says. People can also work closer to home, as there are many manufacturers and industrial employers in the immediate area and in Northridge.
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Crime and Safety
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Northridge Estates
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northridge Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northridge Estates, Dayton sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Northridge Estates, Dayton over the last 12 months is $248,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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