Dayton metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Fort McKinley, OH
$85,000Median listing price
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About Fort McKinley
Fort McKinley is a census-designated place in Harrison Township, Montgomery County (population 3,473 at the 2020 census), in the southwest corner of Harrison Township. Platted in 1914, it is bordered to the north and east by the Shiloh CDP, to the west by Trotwood, and to the south by the city of Dayton.

Home prices in Fort McKinley
The median listing price in Fort McKinley is $85,000.
Top places in Fort McKinley
- Salem Avenue corridor
- Minutes from downtown Dayton
- Adjacent to the Shiloh and Northridge retail areas along Dixie Drive.
- Easy I-70 access via Salem Avenue northwest.
Commuting from Fort McKinley
- Approximately 4 miles / ~10 minutes drive to the center of Dayton via Salem Avenue southeast (approximate).
- GDRTA bus service operates in the area (per GDRTA service listings).
Schools in Fort McKinley
Public schools: Dayton Public 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.
Fort McKinley FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fort McKinley, OH?
The median listing price in Fort McKinley is $85,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Fort McKinley, OH?
Approximately 4 miles / ~10 minutes drive to the center of Dayton via Salem Avenue southeast (approximate). - Which school district serves Fort McKinley, OH?
Fort McKinley is served by Dayton Public School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.