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A tenacious, historic community
Wolf Creek native Paul Laurence Dunbar once wrote, “Hope is tenacious. It goes on living and working when science has dealt it what should be its deathblow.” The residents of Wolf Creek are displaying exactly this type of tenacity as the neighborhood begins a revitalization it has sorely needed in recent years. Recession, the loss of industry and burgeoning crime left this historic community a shadow of its prosperous past, something that government initiatives hope to heal. “The City of Dayton is re-investing in Wolf Creek, and there are plans to build some new property to replace some of the vacant lots and blighted properties,” says Georgia Cox, a Realtor with Keller Williams Home Town Realty, who has served the area since 1985. Located just across the Great Miami River from downtown Dayton, this humble neighborhood claims some of the oldest homes in the surrounding area, most of which fall far below average Dayton real estate prices. Factors like these have caught the attention of first-time home buyers and fans of renovation and home restoration.
Classic and modern homes side-by-side
Bordered to the north by the creek that gave it its name, Wolf Creek provides a generous amount of greenery, despite its proximity to downtown. Mature oaks and flowering trees shade the streets, sometimes to the point of crowding pedestrian areas. Worn, often overgrown sidewalks connect rows of Victorian, Craftsman and American Foursquare-style homes, often accompanied by small, sloped front lawns. Driveways are not a common feature, necessitating street parking in most areas. Though most homes are built in the early 20th century, newer construction has begun to pop up as derelict homes are demolished, something residents approve of, providing it fits in the area’s overall tone. “We want to see people build in the neighborhood. Suppose it is an authentic replica, all the better. If not, make it cohesive and have it add to the neighborhood aesthetically,” says Tasha Rountree, the Wolf Creek Neighborhood Association president. “We take pride in our neighborhood being as diverse architecturally as our people.” Older homes in need of renovation can start in the low $20,000s, while better-maintained buildings often go in the mid-$60,000s. More recent construction can reach upward into the high-$100,000s.
Rows of quality, well built homes in Wolf Creek.
This striking home is just one example of the restorations found in Wolf Creek.
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Paul Laurence Dunbar's Victorian home
Though situated just 1.5 miles west of Dayton’s busy city center, Wolf Creek maintains an impressive level of greenery, including multiple public parks and miles of walking trails. The Sunrise MetroPark features native plant landscaping, a mile-long trail alongside the Wolf Creek itself and an entry point to the Great Miami River Trail, which follows its peacefully winding namesake for over 90 miles. Wolf Creek is the birthplace of Paul Laurence Dunbar, the prolific author and lyricist for the first all-African-American Broadway musical ever produced. His home, a stately two-story brick Victorian built in 1888, has been converted into a museum dedicated to his life and works.
The historic home of Paul Laurence Dunbar, the prolific author, is located within Wolf Creek.
Sunrise MetroPark is a small urban park located on Great Miami River just outside Wolf Creek.
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Lots of options at West Social Tap and Table
In 2022, former pop-up restaurant Taste of Jamaica found a permanent home in Wolf Creek, and now serves authentic Caribbean cuisine like jerk chicken and curry goat just off of North James H. McGee Boulevard. West Social Tap and Table hosts a variety of food experiences and live entertainment in their modern food court setting, bringing Filipino, Mexican and more together with a full-service bar. Familiar fast-food favorites like Subway and Burger King are nearby, as is the Family Dollar. The Gem City Market grocery store can be found a mile northeast in the Five Oaks neighborhood.
The Tap at W. Social offers great lunch and night life to grab a drink in Wolf Creek.
Taco Street Co. serves many different styles and is a go to place for Wolf Creek locals.
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Live art in Downtown Dayton
In addition to its food offerings, West Social Tap and Table hosts daily events, including live music on Wednesdays and Saturday brunch. Downtown Dayton is the site of several annual festivities, including Art in the City: a one-day event celebrating artists from all over the world with food, displays and live performances.
Dayton's most diverse high school
Due to Ohio’s policy on Open Enrollment, students can choose to attend any school that best meets their needs, regardless of district. They can begin at Edison Elementary, which services Pre-K through 6th grade, and gets a C-minus on Niche. From there, they can attend Belmont High School, which offers coursework for grades 7 through 12, and has a C-plus. With over 25 countries represented, Belmont stands out as Dayton’s most diverse high school, and celebrates that fact by fostering open-minded and thoughtful classrooms.
Edison Elementary School provides a wonderful education for Wolf Creek grade schoolers.
Belmont High School has an overall rating of C+, according to Niche.
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Easy proximity to University of Dayton
“If you live in the eastern part of Wolf Creek, it’s easy to walk downtown by crossing the Third Street bridge,” Cox of Keller Williams Home Town Realty says. “If that’s not an option, then there are plenty of Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority or RTA bus stops along Third Street.” The Kettering Health Victor J. Cassano Health Center is located 1 mile southeast, while the University of Dayton is 3 miles southeast. Interstate 75 is the closest highway, and provides a route to Cincinnati, some 55 miles south.
Important to know
Proximity to downtown Dayton means that Wolf Creek frequently experiences more than its fair share of noise, particularly along West Third Street on the neighborhood’s south side.
This same proximity can be used to explain the area’s crime, which scores a 7 out of 10 on the CAP Index, well above the national average of 4. While non-violent crime tends to score lower than this, homicide is listed at a 10 out of 10. Citywide initiatives to increase police presence in West Dayton are currently underway, but potential homeowners in the area are advised to keep their safety in mind when choosing a home.
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Parks in this Area
Liberation Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
RiverScape MetroPark
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Sunrise MetroPark
Picnic Area
Trails
McKinley Park
Trails
Playground
McIntosh Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Northwest Recreation Center / Princeton Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Great Miami Recreation Trail
Transit
Airport
James M Cox Dayton International
22 min drive
Bus
Broadway & Dakota
Bus
3rd & Grimes
Bus
3rd & Euclid
Bus
Broadway & 1st
Bus
3rd & James H Mcgee
Bus
3rd & Sweetman
Bus
3rd & Broadway
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wolf Creek
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
10
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wolf Creek, Dayton sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Wolf Creek, Dayton over the last 12 months is $59,103, down 28% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Residential land in Dayton. 8.367 acres. Approximately 673.89 feet along the west side of Euclid Avenue 80 feet along Kumler Avenue and 334.89 feet along the west, south, and east side of Cory Drive. Utilities at the street. The site is cleared, level to gently sloping, irregular in shape. Parcel R72 078050004. Seller will only consider quick-close offers at the newly reduced price.
Court Ordered Sale by Private Selling Officer. All information we have on the property is included. We have no additional information, property condition is unknown. NO SHOWINGS, NO trespassing for any reason. Auction ends April 30, 2025 & is online only. Information is thought to be correct but not guaranteed. 10% Buyer Premium added to the high bid, $5,000 deposit is due within 24 hours of
Beautifully renovated three-bedroom, one-bath home located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Dayton. Recent updates include fresh interior paint and new carpet in the bedrooms, creating a clean and refreshed living space. The kitchen was tastefully updated in 2019, and a new HVAC system was installed the same year, offering both style and comfort throughout the home. Ideally situated just across
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
748
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$14,185
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,714
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
61.1%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
% Population in Labor Force
50.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
