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Dover is small in size but big in history and tradition
Though the City of Dover, Ohio, is smaller than 6 square miles, it's big on history, rural charm and honoring age-old traditions. "It has a quaint little downtown area of old buildings, and the historic homes throughout the area are beautiful," says Holly Able Grimm, Realtor at Re/Max Crossroads Properties. "The surrounding county is scenic too, with rolling hills, lakes and streams."
The small city has no shortage of activity thanks to local museums, all-season parks and nearby golf courses and wineries that take advantage of the miles of rolling hills. "It's a great place to raise a family and an equally great place to retire," Grimm says. "It also helps that the cost of living is low, it's safe and there are parks and trails all around."
Large employers in New Philadelphia
Dover was first named Canal Dover after the only rail stop and canal port along the Ohio and Erie canals. Following the establishment of an electric power plant, coal and steel mills and small manufacturing facilities, the city grew from fewer than 50 residents to the 13,000 it is today. Much of Dover's growth is due to employers in the neighboring City of New Philadelphia. According to Grimm, "Dover and New Philadelphia are twin towns. They're so similar in every way, and you can't tell them apart." Industrial and manufacturing jobs are still prevalent in the area. Cleveland Clinic Hospital is a large employer, employing over 300 physicians, nurses and hospital staff.
New Philadelphia locals receive top notch health care from Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital.
The Dover Dam completed in 1938 provides hydroelectric power and flood control for the residents of Dover, Ohio.
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Queen Anne Victorian homes on the city's main streets
The city has a mix of small homes, sprawling new builds, apartments and condos for every price point between $80,000 and $600,000. American Foursquare homes, Victorian cottages, Queen Anne Victorians and bungalows are among the oldest homes and range in price from $100,000 to $420,000. Cottages and plots of land in new subdivisions sell for as low as $40,000, while ranch-style homes, Colonial Revivals and new traditional homes in subdivisions reach prices up to $600,000. The median price is $220,000, up 3% from the previous year. Though prices are steadily increasing, the median price in Dover is significantly below the national median.
Queen Anne-influenced Victorian homes are found throughout Dover, Ohio.
Cottage-style homes are common in Dover, Ohio.
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Tuscora Park and Dover City Park have all-season fun
Dover City Park is the main outdoor location for sports and seasonal fun, like swimming in the summer and sledding in the winter. "We don't get the snow that Michigan or the part of Ohio along Lake Erie gets, but we still get enough for sledding," Grimm says. Tuscora Park is south, in New Philadelphia, and has an amphitheater, miniature golf course, pool and an amusement park with vintage rides.
Dover residents can take advantage of the open space around the city and visit one of the six golf courses or four wineries within a short drive. Hiking, biking and walking trails surround the city, including a few alongside the Tuscarawas River. The river and its connected creeks are prone to flooding.
Tennis at Dover City Park in Dover, Ohio.
Tuscora Park in nearby New Philadelphia provides amusement park fun near Dover, Ohio.
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Museums to honor notable residents Ernest Warther and J.E. Reeves
J.E. Reeves Home and Museum offers a peek into Victorian living with a preserved home and carriage house curated to represent accurate living in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens is a popular museum honoring its namesake, a World's Master Carver known for his detailed and realistic wood carvings of miniature, historically accurate trains and railroad equipment. Warther Cutlery in Dover makes high-quality carving and culinary knives that ship worldwide. United States presidents, including Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford and George Bush, Sr., had custom knives made by the company.
The J.E. Reeves Home and Museum offers residents of Dover, Ohio a glimpse into the past.
The Ernest Warther Museum and Gardens in Dover, Ohio feature the works of Master Carver Earnest Warther.
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A century-long rivalry with New Philadelphia High School
Children learn through the Dover City School District, rated B-plus by Niche. The district has a five-school pipeline, where each elementary and middle school only accommodates two or three grades. Dover High School is home to the Crimson Tide football team, which plays against the New Philadelphia High School Quakers — an annual rivalry that spans over a century between the twin towns.
The Dover High School Crimson Tornadoes play at Crater Stadium in Dover, Ohio.
Students enjoy learning at Dover Avenue Elementary School in Dover, Ohio.
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Amish produce and goods at the Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market
West 3rd Street is Dover's central downtown area with brick, one- and two-story buildings hosting coffee shops, a bridal salon, offices and boutiques. Fresh produce and crafted goods are available at the Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market in Dover, including produce from the surrounding Amish communities. "We're right next to Amish Country; they're a part of life here. They sell their goods and do construction in the nearby cities," Grimm says.
Residents of Dover, Ohio enjoy the locally owned shops and cafes in downtown Dover.
Mindy's Diner is a popular breakfast and lunch destination in Dover, Ohio.
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Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburg within a 90-minute drive
Interstate 77 is the main connecting highway of the area, heading north and south to larger cities. "We're an hour and a half from Cleveland in one direction, Columbus in another and Pittsburg in a third," Grimm says. Each of the cities has a large airport.
According to the FBI, property crimes in Dover have decreased steadily in every report since 2020. There was a spike in violent crimes after 2020, but numbers declined in the most recent reporting from 2022 to 2023.
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On average, homes in Dover, OH sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dover, OH over the last 12 months is $184,900, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Quality Craftsmanship meets Spacious Comfort. This immaculate 4bd, 3 bath home is in one of Dover's most desirable neighborhoods. The heart of the home is the mullet kitchen renowned for its craftsmanship, solid wood, put out drawers, stunning Cambria quartz countertops, A massive island. GE slate appliances all included. The kitchen has a walk out to deck - perfect for entertaining. All open
Well maintained, 3 bedroom, 2 bath vinyl sided home. Painted cabinets in the kitchen with breakfast bar and pantry. Walk up attic perfect for storage. Lower level includes a rec room, den and laundry room. Vinyl replacement windows throughout. Private fence enclosed rear yard with large patio, new in 2023. Detached garage with door opener. Workbench stays. Nice location in Reeves Heights.
Are you looking for a one level home in between Dover and New Philadelphia with that out of town feel? Look no further! This ranch sits on 1.02 acres. You can enjoy outside living on the front deck or back patio. Including 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bath. Newly installed carpet. With a finished basement
Quality Craftsmanship meets Spacious Comfort. This immaculate 4bd, 3 bath home is in one of Dover's most desirable neighborhoods. The heart of the home is the mullet kitchen renowned for its craftsmanship, solid wood, put out drawers, stunning Cambria quartz countertops, A massive island. GE slate appliances all included. The kitchen has a walk out to deck - perfect for entertaining. All open
Well maintained, 3 bedroom, 2 bath vinyl sided home. Painted cabinets in the kitchen with breakfast bar and pantry. Walk up attic perfect for storage. Lower level includes a rec room, den and laundry room. Vinyl replacement windows throughout. Private fence enclosed rear yard with large patio, new in 2023. Detached garage with door opener. Workbench stays. Nice location in Reeves Heights.
Beautiful 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Very well maintained and manicured. Quiet safe community close to the center of town and close to local stores and the Mall. Local schools are close by some within walking distance.
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