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The steady wave of strong home sales in Northwest Dayton continues, with 1302 Earlham Drive closing for $265,000—one of the more notable transactions in University Row. This sale adds to the growing list of well-maintained, move-in-ready properties attracting above-average demand in zip code 45406.
A Strong Example of Updated Northwest Dayton Inventory
Homes in this pocket—bordered by Catalpa, Hillcrest, Earlham, and Ridge—have seen consistent buyer interest throughout 2025. Many properties here were built with solid mid-century construction, generous room sizes, and classic architectural details, and when paired with thoughtful updates, they perform extremely well on the resale market.
1302 Earlham fits this profile: an attractive, well-kept single-family home that balances character with modern improvements. These are the types of homes new buyers in Dayton continue to seek—manageable size, good bones, and upgrades that eliminate the cost and headache of immediate renovation.
A Warm, Functional Interior
Inside, the home offers a clean and modernized living layout. The main living area features updated flooring, ample natural light, and comfortable gathering space—ideal for first-time buyers or households seeking a simplified, efficient floor plan.
The kitchen and bath updates help the home appeal to today’s buyers while keeping ongoing maintenance minimal. Combined with strong curb appeal, manageable utility costs, and the increasingly desirable location, the overall package clearly resonated with the market.
What This Sale Signals in 45406
The 45406 zip code has had a strong year, driven in part by:
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- local buyers seeking affordable alternatives to Kettering, Trotwood, and Huber Heights, and
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- a tightening supply of clean listings between $200K–$300K.
Sales like this reinforce a trend the Dayton Report has been tracking: updated homes in Northwest Dayton are selling faster and commanding higher prices than in previous years. Neighborhoods like University Row, Five Oaks, and Cornell Heights continue to strengthen as the city’s momentum shifts north and west of Downtown.
A Good Sign for Sellers — and a Map for Buyers
For sellers, the sale of 1302 Earlham demonstrates that well-prepared homes in this market segment can still achieve excellent results even with interest rate pressure. For buyers, it’s a clear indicator that the $250K–$300K bracket is increasingly competitive—and that when clean listings appear, they don’t sit long.
Dayton Report will continue tracking local real estate activity across 45406 and surrounding neighborhoods as more sales close through the end of the year.
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- Otterbein Avenue Home Sells for $300,000
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