Though the neighborhood of Twin Towers has fallen on hardships since the recession of 2008, it’s recently been experiencing a full-fledged rejuvenation led in no small part by the locals themselves. “You don’t have to move to live in a better neighborhood,” says Leslie Sheward, who’s been the Twin Towers Neighborhood Association president for 15 years. “You just need to get involved.” Neighboring the more affluent neighborhoods of South Park and Walnut Hills, Twin Towers might have its work cut out for it. However, local diversity and hospitality combined with investments in education suggest that the community is growing in all the right directions. “We’re the most diverse neighborhood in the county,” says Sheward. “We’re incredibly open and welcoming.” Add in a short commute to downtown Dayton, and it makes for one of the area’s latest “up-and-coming” neighborhoods.
Turn-of-the-century historic homes
Local homes tend toward a historic bent, with some constructed as early as the late 1800s. This, combined with the right skills and elbow grease, can make for stunning restorations at best and shuttered derelicts at worst. Cape Cods, bungalows, Craftsman and Stick style homes are the most common, with Colonial and Tudor styles occasionally appearing. Driveways are uncommon, as are sizeable front yards. Wide sidewalks connect most residential areas, making the community reasonably walkable. A fixer-upper Craftsman can start in the mid-$30,000s, while a renovated Stick style home can reach the mid-$90,000s. A bungalow with a fenced-in backyard and driveway will run in the mid-$100,000s.
You'll find this beautifully restored home in the Twin Towers area.
You can beautiful houses such at this along the street of Twin Towers.
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A quick commute on Route 35
U.S. Route 35 provides a direct route into downtown Dayton, located 2 miles northwest. Public transit is popular in the area, and locals use the Dayton RTA bus lines to travel all over the Greater Dayton area. Miami Valley Hospital is located 1 mile west, while the University of Dayton is located 1 mile south.
Rt 35 is easily accessible to those in Twin Towers.
Daytons RTA runs right through the Twin Towers neighborhood.
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Authentic Mexican at MD Antojitos
Chains and fast food like Wendy’s are popular in the area, while MD Antojitos provides authentic Mexican carryout with tacos, burritos and pupusas. Groceries and other necessities are available at Kroger, while shopping and retail therapy can be found at the Pinewood Plaza Shopping Center in Eastern Hills.
Twin Tower Residents have a local Kroger to shop at.
While in Twin Towers experience authentic Mexican food at Danny's Antojitos.
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Community gardens at Lincoln Gardens
The gently sloping hills of Highland Park are a popular spot for sports, picnics and sledding in the winter. At nearly 15 acres of vast open green space, this community park features a baseball diamond, playground equipment and a fenced-in dog park. Lincoln Gardens features a series of community gardens run by the Mission of Mary Cooperative, which rents out raised garden beds to locals so they can grow their own produce.
Mission of Mary creates all types of gardening opportunities for the Twin Towers community.
Residents of the Twin Towers area share in the plant starts for their gardens.
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Diverse communities, diverse schools
Ohio’s Open Enrollment policy states that parents can decide which schools are best for their children beyond designated school districts. A student could begin their education at Ruskin Elementary School, which has a C-minus and a student body that truly reflects the local community. “There are 21 different languages spoken at Ruskin—it’s that diverse,” says Leslie Sheward. From there, students can continue on to Stivers School for the Arts, which has a B-plus. The Miami Valley Childcare Development Center is currently under construction and will begin serving the preschoolers of Twin Towers and Bomberger in 2025.
Stivers School for the Arts has consistently been named a top performing school.
Ruskin Elementary School's teachers aim to foster positive learning relationships with students.
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Twin Towers trunk or treat
The residents of Twin Towers have hosted a variety of neighborhood outings, including Easter Egg hunts, trunk-or-treats and movie nights. The neighborhood’s proximity to downtown Dayton also provides access to the city’s many signature events, including the Hispanic Heritage Festival, a celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture in September with music, art and food.
Important to know
Twin Towers has several areas with a significant risk of flooding, including St. Paul Avenue and Xenia Avenue. All prospective homeowners are advised to pay careful attention to inclement weather and consider flooding insurance when purchasing a property.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Walnut Hills Park
Highland Park
Bomberger Park
Burns-Jackson Park
Cleveland Park
Transit
Airport
James M Cox Dayton International
23 min drive
Bus
Wyoming & Joseph
Bus
Xenia & George
Bus
Wayne & Hickory
Bus
Wyoming & Hawker
Bus
Wyoming & Missouri
Bus
Xenia & Boltin
Bus
Xenia & Corwin
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Twin Towers
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Twin Towers, Dayton sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Twin Towers, Dayton over the last 12 months is $77,133, down 11% 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
3,967
Median Age
34
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,901
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$35,218
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
54.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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