Cincinnati metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Dayton, OH
$273,000Median listing price
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About Dayton
Dayton is a historic river city in Campbell County on the Ohio River, just east of Bellevue. Known for its 19th-century river-town architecture, the Dayton riverfront, and affordable historic homes, it offers river-town character with its own school district minutes from downtown Cincinnati.
Home prices in Dayton
The median listing price in Dayton is $273,000.
Top places in Dayton
- Dayton's historic riverfront district.
- Ohio River views toward Cincinnati.
- 19th-century commercial buildings.
- Nearby: Newport on the Levee.
Commuting from Dayton
- Approximate drive to downtown Cincinnati: ~5 minutes (straight-line distance ~2.2 mi; estimate derived from map distance, September 24, 2026; actual times vary with traffic).
- Public transit: TANK bus routes connect Dayton to Bellevue, Newport, and downtown Cincinnati — check current TANK routes.
Schools in Dayton
Public schools: Dayton Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Dayton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dayton, OH?
The median listing price in Dayton is $273,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Dayton, OH?
Approximate drive to downtown Cincinnati: ~5 minutes (straight-line distance ~2.2 mi; estimate derived from map distance, September 24, 2026; actual times vary with traffic). - Which school district serves Dayton, OH?
Dayton is served by Dayton Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.