Classic American style and robust industry in western Ohio
Drive-in movies, county fairs and the winding waters of the Great Miami River await residents in Sidney, Ohio. Connected to Dayton via Interstate 75, this small city of about 20,000 people exemplifies classic Midwestern charm with a restored downtown district, robust natural areas and a mature market of suburban homes. Residents are also a short drive away from major industrial jobs in Shelby County. “It’s a small city, so it’s got that village-type of atmosphere. Everybody knows everybody, and you’ve got a few small businesses downtown,” says Kevin Lee Frazier-Jones, an agent with Gay Smith/Associates in Sidney who has lived in the area for over 30 years.
Quiet streets and well-maintained landscapes define many of Sidney’s modern residential developments.
Flowing through Sidney, the Great Miami River has shaped local industry and recreation for generations.
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A local economy boosted by Honda and other major manufacturers
Honda is Shelby County's largest employer, with over 2,500 employees at the engine manufacturing plant in Anna, 7 miles north of Sidney. Other major employers include air conditioning manufacturer Copeland, recreational vehicle maker Airstream, Wilson Health and logistics company Continental Express.
Interstate 75 is one of Sidney’s primary connections to nearby communities. Ohio State Routes 29 and 47 are other major thoroughfares. Dayton is 40 miles south, and trips to the area take about an hour with normal traffic. Several other major cities are within a two-hour drive; Columbus is about 75 miles southeast, Cincinnati is about 93 miles south and Toledo is about 112 miles north.
For medical concerns, Wilson Health is on the west side of the city. For travelers, Dayton International Airport is about 33 miles south of town.
Traditional houses and new construction in Shelby County
Single-family homes make up most of Sidney’s market, with properties dating back to the early 1900s. Homebuyers can also find custom homes from the 2010s and 2020s nearby. Development in town has been steady since the early 20th century, giving the area a mix of ranch-style, split-level, new traditional and Colonial Revival designs. Duplex houses and the occasional condo make up a small fraction of the market. With a median sales price of $199,000, homes in Sidney are below the national median of about $405,000 and the Ohio state median of $255,000.
Sidney’s neighborhoods showcase ranch-style homes that reflect mid-20th-century American design with their practical, single-story layouts.
Newer areas of Sidney feature sleek architecture, open floor plans, and the latest home innovations.
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Hiking, swimming and summer fun at Tawawa Park
The city’s parks and recreation district maintains 18 neighborhood parks, including Tawawa Park. Located on the east side of the city, this flagship park spans 200 acres and includes green space, walking trails and protected wildlife areas along the bends of the Great Miami River. Softball, baseball and soccer fields at the neighboring Flanagan Sports Complex and Custenborder Park make the area a hub for youth sports. Two water slides are a summertime highlight at Sidney Water Park.
Sidney residents have a four-season lifestyle, bundling up for 18- and 19-degree lows in January and cooling off at the local pool in July. “Sometimes it can’t decide whether it’s gonna be warm or chilly, but when the winter hits, it really hits, and when the summer hits, it gets hot,” Frazier-Jones says.
Spanning the Great Miami River, the Stolle Bridge connects Sidney neighborhoods and offers scenic views of the waterway.
Named after the Tawawa Creek that flows through it, this Sidney park preserves the area’s natural heritage while serving as a beloved community gathering spot.
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Long-running businesses in downtown Shelby
Downtown Sidney is the city’s hub for long-standing small businesses like Ron & Nita’s, a shoe store that opened in 1864. Upstart shops such as Simply Cozy Boutique are also nearby. Dining options include The Alcove, a classic diner, and Murphy’s Craft Bar + Kitchen, a contemporary sports bar.
The city's Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area is also downtown. It allows adults aged 21 and over to gather, dine and then walk around in the area with their drink of choice.
Most of the city’s larger retailers, including Walmart, Kroger and Menards, are on the west side of town along Michigan Street.
Ron & Nita's is a locally owned shoe and clothings store that has been a part of the Sidney community for 99 years.
The Alcove specializes in classic breakfast and lunch dishes, serving up warm biscuits, hearty omelets, and sandwiches.
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Studying and sports at Sidney City Schools
The Sidney City School District includes five schools, an early learning center and an online learning program. The district earns a B-minus grade from Niche.
Sidney Middle School provides a supportive environment for students in grades six through eight, guiding their growth and development within the city.
Sidney High School, located on Campbell Road, stands as a longstanding educational institution that prepares local students for academic and extracurricular success.
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Movies under the stars at Sidney Auto-Vue
The Shelby County Fair arrives at the Shelby County Fairgrounds each July. This week of festivities includes carnival rides, livestock competitions, a beer garden and live entertainment. From spring to fall each year, movie buffs can catch double-features under the stars at the Sidney Auto-Vue drive-in theater. In addition to screening new releases, the drive-in hosts seasonal events like trunk-or-treating for Halloween and classic film screenings.
Important things to know
According to data from the FBI's Crime Data Explorer, violent crime in Sidney briefly spiked in 2020 before returning to its usual rates, generally on par or lower than Ohio and below national trends. Property crime rates in the city have been on a continuous downward trend since 2012, currently standing just above national and state rates.
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On average, homes in Sidney, OH sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Sidney, OH over the last 12 months is $208,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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