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A historic neighborhood in northwestern Dayton
Another neighborhood humbled by recessions and deindustrialization, Wesleyan Hill is still valued by many investors and flippers as a prime location for inexpensive historical property. Though many buildings are condemned or waiting for the wrecking ball, generations of locals still call this community home and take pride in their streets. "A lot of us have lived in this area for a long time," says Gloria White, treasurer of the Fair River Oaks Council. "We struggle to keep the streets clean, but these are still very good homes." With local businesses and civic pride serving the community, Wesleyan Hill hangs on to hope that their neighborhood will see a steady resurgence over time.
Adventure Central on Wolf Creek
Set against Wolf Creek, Wesleyan MetroPark is a 62-acre green space featuring 1.5 miles of walking trails, spots for fishing, playground equipment and Adventure Central: a youth education center that offers after-school and summer programs dedicated to teaching kids the value and fun of science and conservation.
Children can spend their summer days playing and relaxing at Wesleyan Hill's Metropark.
Adventure Central offers Wesleyan Hill youth a place to learn and grow during the summer.
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Low-priced real estate in need of renovation
Like many neighborhoods in northwestern Dayton, the primary motivator for living in the area is its proximity to downtown and the low prices of the homes themselves. While price tags often go far lower than surrounding neighborhoods, most of these buildings will require a level of renovation or upkeep that could make a homeowner's costs double or even triple. While more expensive homes in the area will require less maintenance, many are snatched up. "There may be a few that are sold above $75,000, and they are being bought by investors for rental property," says Jon Murray, a Realtor with BH&G Real Estate Big Hill who has served the Dayton area for over 20 years. A ranch-style home needing restoration can start in the low $40,000s, while a renovated Cape Cod with a one-car garage can reach the mid-$100,000s.
Front porch sitting is popular for residents of Wesleyan HIll.
Wesleyan Hill hangs on to hope that their neighborhood will see a steady resurgence over time.
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A direct line into downtown
Public transportation is popular in the area, and residents take advantage of the Dayton RTA bus lines, which provide transit all over the Greater Dayton area with several stops throughout the neighborhood. Nearby Hillcrest Avenue and Cornell Drive provide easy access to North Main Street, a straight shot into downtown Dayton.
Wings at the Submarine House
For a casual meal, locals visit the Submarine House for wings, specialty pizzas and grilled sub sandwiches. The Save A Lot and Cornell Meat King Supermarkets are both available to keep the pantry stocked at home.
Submarine House, just outside Wesleyan Hill, is a casual place for wings and sandwiches.
The go to grocery store in Wesleyan Hill for shopping is the local Save A Lot.
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College Credits Plus at Thurgood Marshall STEM
Ohio's Open Enrollment program lets parents choose the right school for their kids, regardless of district. Students could begin at Valerie Elementary School before enrolling at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School, both of which score a C-minus on Niche. From there, they can attend Thurgood Marshall STEM High School, which also has a C-minus and features opportunities for students to earn college credits as they finish their diplomas.
Valerie Elementary School is for students in PK and K-6.
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has a student to teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
Thurgood Marshall STEM High School has an overall rating of C-, according to Niche.
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Annual events in downtown Dayton
A 4-mile trek to downtown puts all of Dayton's events and celebrations at a resident's fingertips, including the annual Holiday Festival, which celebrates the winter season with tree-lighting, street fairs, a holiday village and live performances until the end of the year.
Important to know
According to the CAP Index, Wesleyan has a Homicide rating of 9 out of 10, well above the national average of 4. In 2023, Dayton secured funding for a new joint police and fire station that will serve the city's northwestern region.
Lori Sue Avenue and the surrounding area can experience significant flooding in the western half of the neighborhood. It's recommended that homeowners pay special attention to inclement weather and purchase flood insurance.
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Wesleyan Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wesleyan Hill, Dayton sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Wesleyan Hill, Dayton over the last 12 months is $130,000, up 136% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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