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Wright-Dunbar is mixed-use historic neighborhood.
The Wright-Dunbar neighborhood blends Dayton history with slow change
Wright-Dunbar is a historic neighborhood known for its connections to the Wright brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar, the famed poet and novelist. Slow revitalization of the neighborhood has helped preserve the area's character while also welcoming growth. Today, the area blends updated Victorian homes and walkable streets with colorful murals and museums. Cultural landmarks tie back to the neighborhood's historic identity, while changes in the community's business district signal ongoing progress. Residents are also just across the Miami River from Downtown Dayton.
Explore revitalized historic homes and new townhouses
"About a decade ago, they hosted a 'Rehabarama' where they sold historic homes for $1, and you could get a grant to renovate them," says Jeffrey Roberts, Realtor with RE/MAX Alliance Realty. "If houses were uninhabitable, buyers could tear down and build new homes that looked just like the originals." Now, original turn-of-the-century Victorian homes blend with nearly identical replica homes, plus apartments and some new construction. The Townes at Wright Dunbar has introduced 26 new townhomes that blend the area's historic look with modern interiors.
Wright-Dunbar has many renovated homes.
This newer Wright-Dunbar home was built in 2000.
Small single-floor homes can be found in Wright-Dunbar.
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What homes cost and what incentives are available in Wright-Dunbar
Single-family prices consistently range from the low $100,000s to the high $200,000s, although some properties can cost less than $100,000. People who renovate homes in the community are still eligible for grants and tax incentives, like up to 15 years of exempt property taxes on new construction. The ultimate goal of this revitalization is to preserve the neighborhood's historical character while creating higher value. "As neighbors, we pitch in our time and sweat equity, as well as financially, because we want to be one of the elite neighborhoods in Dayton," says Jeff Jackson, president of the Wright Dunbar Village Neighborhood Association and 24-year resident. "There's no other way to put it: we have pride in where we live."
Attractions celebrate the Wright brothers and Dayton's famed poet
Wright-Dunbar is where Orville and Wilbur Wright grew up and nurtured their dreams alongside the accomplished Paul Laurence Dunbar. You can learn more about their lives and legacies by visiting the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, which has attractions like:
The Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
The Dayton Walk of Fame
The Wright Aeronautical Laboratory
The original site of the Wright brothers' home
"Their childhood home unfortunately doesn't stand any longer, but the foundation is still there," says David Moyer, Realtor and owner at Keller Williams Advisors Realty. A replica of the home is across the street.
Bike lanes are available on West Third Street in Wright-Dunbar.
Walk or drive along Wright-Dunbar's main corridor to downtown
The neighborhood is very walkable and bikeable, especially around West Third Street, the area's business district. Public bus stops are also along West Third Street. The road connects directly to downtown Dayton, an even larger hub for shopping and dining. Drivers also have quick access to Highway 35 and Interstate 75, which connect to most of the city and beyond.
West Social Tap & Table in Wright-Dunbar is a food hall featuring global cuisine.
Local restaurants are growing, and more are across the river
Downtown Dayton is across the river from Wright-Dunbar, but the neighborhood is slowly attracting more businesses. West Social Tap + Table has been a major player in this effort. By 2026, the food hall's lineup will include:
The Tap at West Social, a full-service bar
SOCA, a Caribbean restaurant serving authentic Trinidadian dishes
Urban Cheesesteak Co., a Philly cheesesteak shop offering traditional fusion flavors
Ella Mae's Chicken & Chop Soul Food Kitchen, a spot for comfort food and crab leg boils
Kuro Hibachi, a Japanese-inspired eatery with a rotating appetizer menu
Live near public schools and a career technology center
Students attend Dayton Public Schools. Wright-Dunbar's assigned schools have lower-than-average ratings, but the district offers flexibility through its voluntary transfer system and Ohio's open enrollment policy. Central State University's Dayton campus and the Ponitz Career Technology Center are inside the neighborhood.
Mound Street Academies offers computer-based, academic instruction.
Edison Elementary School near Wright-Dunbar teaches kids through sixth grade.
Dunbar High School is another option near Wright-Dunbar.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wright-Dunbar
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wright-Dunbar Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wright-Dunbar, Dayton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Wright-Dunbar, Dayton over the last 12 months is $200,450, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-story home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and opportunity in one of the city’s most desirable up-and-coming historic districts. Nestled on a beautiful, tree-lined street surrounded by new construction homes and growing local businesses, this property is waiting for the right buyer to restore it to its full glory. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors,
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