Dayton metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Oakwood, OH
$475,000Median listing price
MontgomeryArea
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About Oakwood
Oakwood is a city in Montgomery County (population 9,572 at the 2020 census), about 3 miles south of downtown Dayton — the metro's premier historic suburb. Developed in the early 1900s as "Dayton's suburb," it features tree-lined streets, architecturally significant homes, and the Wright brothers' Hawthorn Hill mansion.
Home prices in Oakwood
The median listing price in Oakwood is $475,000.
Top places in Oakwood
- Hawthorn Hill
- Historic residential streets
- Shafor Park and Gardner Park
- Wright Memorial Public Library.
- Far Hills Avenue commercial district.
Commuting from Oakwood
- Approximately 3 miles / ~8 minutes drive to downtown Dayton (approximate).
- GDRTA bus service operates in the city (per GDRTA service listings).
Schools in Oakwood
Public schools: Oakwood City 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.
Oakwood FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Oakwood, OH?
The median listing price in Oakwood is $475,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Oakwood, OH?
Approximately 3 miles / ~8 minutes drive to downtown Dayton (approximate). - Which school district serves Oakwood, OH?
Oakwood is served by Oakwood City 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.