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Wayne

Wayne

$368,721 Average Value

Wayne has a strong sense of community just 30 miles from Dayton

Wayne is the epitome of small-town living combined with big-city amenities. Thirty miles outside Dayton, this charming, peaceful community treats residents to gorgeous homes, miles of farmland and a strong sense of community.

Seven Mile Winery offers locally made wine in a rustic setting near Wayne Township.
Seven Mile Winery offers locally made wine in a rustic setting near Wayne Township.
Wayne Township farmhouses often feature classic Midwestern wrap-around porches.
Wayne Township farmhouses often feature classic Midwestern wrap-around porches.
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Rustic charm and spacious yards define the housing stock

Wayne offers single-family, ranch-style homes, farmhouses, stately Georgians, a few log cabins and elaborate estates. Most homes were built in the 1970s, ranging from $150,000 to 700,000, with a few million-dollar farm properties on the outskirts. The median lot size is 128,000 square feet, but some can span up to 30 acres. Classic Midwestern vibes abound here, with wrap-around porches, inviting porch swings and rustic barns for horses or farm toys filling the landscape. Many homes also boast multi-car garages, in-ground pools, private ponds and stunning views of southern Ohio farmland. Yards are meticulously landscaped and adorned with flowers, shrubs and charming stone pathways.

Wayne Township properties sit on large land plots for maximum privacy.
Wayne Township properties sit on large land plots for maximum privacy.
Wayne Township homes provide a rural feel with easy access to city amenities.
Wayne Township homes provide a rural feel with easy access to city amenities.
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Edgewood City School District has literacy nights and therapy dogs

In the Edgewood City School District, preschoolers and kindergarteners can head to Edgewood Early Childhood Center followed by Edgewood Primary; both schools receive a B-minus from Niche. Edgewood Middle School gets a C, and Edgewood High School gets a C-plus. The primary school offers literacy nights, spirit nights and an annual fall festival. The high school offers sign language courses, football and swimming teams and collaborates with Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati to bring therapy dogs to the school.

Edgewood High School serves students living in the Wayne Township area.
Edgewood High School serves students living in the Wayne Township area.
Edgewood High School is the central educational hub for Wayne Township students.
Edgewood High School is the central educational hub for Wayne Township students.
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The Elk Creek MetroPark system features 800 acres of recreation

At Wayne’s Seven Community Park, let the kids play or catch an Ohio Baseball League game. On the outskirts of town is the 352-acre Sebald Park, part of Elk Creek MetroPark’s 800-acre park system, where residents can saddle up on one of the only horseback riding trails in Butler County. Wade in the creek, picnic at one of the 10 shelters or hike through the park’s wooded paths. In the Meadow Ridge area of the park, take in its serene beauty, hike or bike the miles of trail or drop a line in at the Voice of America Lake.

Seven Mile Community Park offers recreation space near Wayne Township homes.
Seven Mile Community Park offers recreation space near Wayne Township homes.
Elk Creek MetroPark offers 800 acres of recreation for Wayne Township residents.
Elk Creek MetroPark offers 800 acres of recreation for Wayne Township residents.
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Local shops and cafés line Main Street and nearby Route 73

In the center of town on Main Street, fuel up in the morning at the coffee shop Village Perks. The quaint village also boasts a post office, a bank, Dollar General and 7 Mile Market, selling snacks, hot sandwiches and essentials. Sip wine and take in the serene surroundings in the rustic barn at Seven Mile Winery, which offers four wine varietals, food and slushies. The nearest mall is Green Crest Shopping Center in Liberty, 8 miles away, but most restaurants, grocery stores and attractions are along Route 73 in Trenton, just a 5-mile drive. Here, residents can get day-to-day needs at Todd’s IGA Express, enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine at El Barzon, a hot slice at Richard’s Pizza or grab a cold point and play a round of pool at Satch’s Bar and Grill. Residents can, however, get sweet treats like cinnamon rolls, brownies and chocolate chip cookies at Christina’s Cakery Company in town.

Village Perks is a popular morning coffee spot for Wayne Township residents.
Village Perks is a popular morning coffee spot for Wayne Township residents.
Todd's IGA Express offers convenient grocery shopping for Wayne Township homeowners.
Todd's IGA Express offers convenient grocery shopping for Wayne Township homeowners.
Dollar General provides quick essentials for residents of Wayne Township.
Dollar General provides quick essentials for residents of Wayne Township.
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Seasonal festivals and fish frys bring neighbors together

A tight-knit community, Wayne puts on a variety of events to bring residents together. The annual Oktoberfest celebration in Seven Mile Park is a local favorite, along with its regular fish frys and an annual fall festival with hayrides, a corn maze, a pumpkin patch and mini train rides.

State routes connect residents to schools and hospitals

While residents enjoy a laid-back, quiet lifestyle, Wayne is just a few miles from Trenton via Ohio State Route 73, which is brimming with shopping, dining and attractions. Route 73 also provides quick access to Miami University, 11 miles away, and with Route 127 running through the neighborhood, residents can conveniently get to Kettering Health Hamilton and neighboring cities Oxford and Hamilton.

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Wayne Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,017
Median Age
47
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$92,477
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$113,935

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
22.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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