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Revitalization on the Great Miami River
Settled against the west banks of the Great Miami and Stillwater rivers, Riverdale is a humble, historic community known for its affordable housing and proximity to downtown Dayton. In the shadow of the loss of Dayton’s manufacturing industry, Riverdale and much of northwestern Dayton experienced suburban flight and varying degrees of poverty, leading to stagnation and neglected and condemned homes. However, citywide initiatives such as 2020’s Northwest Dayton Neighborhoods Vision have led to a slow but steady revitalization in the neighborhood, which residents hope will fully reinvigorate the community with a new sense of purpose and aesthetic quality.
Riverdale is settled against the west banks of the Great Miami and Stillwater rivers.
Creative artwork can be found along the streets of Riverdale.
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Canoeing on the Stillwater River
Nearby Island MetroPark is a 43-acre urban park with hiking trails, elaborate splash pads, river access and a bandshell for live performances and concerts. The Dayton Canoe Club promotes canoeing, kayaking, and other paddle sports on the Great Miami River from the same clubhouse they founded in the fall of 1912. For the occasional Little League game, locals head across the river and beyond Island Park Reservoir to Kettering Field, which contains 15 baseball and softball diamonds, a turf football field, and several walking trails.
Visitors of Island Metropark enjoy fishing in the river as a family.
In the Riverdale area is the Dayton Canoe Club, which was established in 1912.
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Promoting heart health at Island MetroPark
In addition to hosting weekly science and outdoor events, Island MetroPark features annual festivals and activities like the African American Wellness Walk, a 5k dedicated to promoting heart health awareness within the African American community. The run has been a popular local event since its inception in 2000. It has raised thousands of dollars for medical research while bringing the community together for fun and a little exercise.
Affordable historic homes on North Main Street
Lush, shady trees line timeworn streets throughout the area’s gentle hills swell. Small front and backyards are common, though driveways are not, necessitating street parking in most sections of town. Homes are older, often requiring considerable renovation, though few are actively in the direction of becoming condemned. “It’s mostly older homes,” says Miranda Biedenharn, an agent with Comey & Shepherd who’s served the area since 2004. “Very affordable, but a lot of them need serious work.” Foursquare, Prairie and Craftsman-style homes are popular, many built during the turn of the 20th century and even earlier. A Cape Cod fixer-upper from the late 1800s can start in the low-$20,000s, while centennial foursquares reach the mid-$80,000s. A fully renovated Craftsman can reach the high $100,000s.
The neighborhood of Riverdale is a diverse, cultural neighborhood.
Fully renovated Craftsman style homes in Riverdale can reach up to the high $100,000s.
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1.5 miles from downtown Dayton
Ohio Route 48 crosses the Great Miami River from Riverdale, providing access to downtown Dayton in less than 1.5 miles. Interstate 75 lines Riverdale’s southern border, making convenient access to Cincinnati 55 miles to the south or the Dayton International Airport some 11.5 miles to the north. For those requiring public transportation, the Dayton RTA provides a bus service that runs all over the city and surrounding suburbs, with several stops dotting North Main Street. For healthcare needs, the Kettering Health Dayton Hospital can be found on the southern edge of Riverdale.
A full healthcare facility is readily available in Riverdale.
The Dayton RTA provides bus service to visitors and residents of Riverdale.
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Casual dining at The Burger Master
For a casual dining experience surrounded by antique restaurant chic style, Benjamin’s The Burger Master has been serving burgers, wings, steak and more in Riverdale since its opening over 40 years ago. However, shopping beyond the basics might be a little more complicated as the community continues to feel economic hardship. “There’s no shopping in the area,” says Miranda Biedenharn. “You’re going to have to drive further out of town for something like that.” The nearest Walmart Supercenter is 8.5 miles south in nearby Moraine.
The best meats in Riverdale are from Benjamin's the Burger Master.
Benjamin's The Burger Master provides a casual dining experience for residents of Riverdale.
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Classical training at Dominion Academy
Ohio offers Open Enrollment at its public schools, giving parents the ability to choose their child's school, regardless of their district. A student in Riverdale can start at Westwood Elementary School, which scores a C-minus on Niche, before attending the International School at Residence Park, which serves K-12 and has a D-plus. Riverdale is also the home of the private school Dominion Academy, which has a B-plus and offers a unique look at the arts. “We’re a classical school, so we focus heavily on the classics and fine arts,” says Elizabeth Furst, an admissions coordinator at Dominion Academy. “Shakespeare is very big here.” Dayton’s Voucher Program allows students to apply to private institutions like Dominion Academy for consideration of free or subsidized tuition.
Dominion Academy of Dayton has approximately 106 students.
International School at Residence Park has approximately 331 students.
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Parks in this Area
Five Oaks Park
Island Metropark
Bike Trails
Boating
Camping
Triangle Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
McKinley Park
Trails
Playground
Kettering Field
Baseball/Softball
Events
Concessions
Transit
Airport
James M Cox Dayton International
20 min drive
Bus
Riverside & Burtone
Bus
Main & Delaware
Bus
Riverside & Mumma
Bus
Main & Mumma
Bus
Forest & Neal
Bus
Main & Great Miami
Bus
Main & Helena
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riverdale
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverdale, Dayton sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Riverdale, Dayton over the last 12 months is $66,916, down 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,725
Median Age
33
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,567
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$28,087
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.3%
College Graduates
10.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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