Centerville City Center, Centerville, OH
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Centerville, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe407
Medium443
Low466
Other2081
108 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape19
Child involved41
Assault15
Other41
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported illness near Windsor Village Drive at about 2354 hours. | Windsor Village Dr, Miamisburg, OH 45342 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units report a possible accidental alarm activation at a business near Wilmington Pike in the Fort Cliff area. Responders advised they tripped the alarm and are speaking with the alarm company. | Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45459 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched for a mutual aid response to a reported fire near Wilmington Pike and the intersection of Center Point Drive and Briggs Road. | Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45459 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded emergent to a commercial fire alarm at a small single-story strip mall on Wilmington Pike in Sugarcreek Township. An audible alarm was sounding, Chipotle was occupied, and command was transferred to Ladder 72 while crews, including mutual aid from Wilmington Township, investigated the building and the nearby Kohl’s area with nothing visible from the outside. | Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45459 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded emergent to a reported commercial fire alarm at a strip mall near Wilmington Pike in Sugarcreek Township. Crews found nothing showing from the small single-story building, noted an audible alarm with an occupied restaurant, and began investigating. Command was later transferred to another unit while resources were sent to an additional reported fire alarm at a nearby store. | Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45459 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to assist medics for a choking child near Harvest Avenue (exact city not stated in the radio traffic). | Harvest Ave, Dayton, OH 45429 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible noise complaint at a hotel on Byers Road in Miamisburg, Ohio. | Byers Rd, Miamisburg, OH 45342 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 42 responded to a fall near Marycrest Lane and High Park Drive in Dayton. | Marycrest Ln, Dayton, OH 45429 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medics responded to a fall near Ivy Crest Drive. | Ivy Crest Dr, Bellbrook, OH 45305 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 15 is transporting a patient to Sycamore hospital. Dispatch confirms transport clearance at 21:27. | Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Miamisburg, OH 45342 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$320,148
Average Rent
$1,712
Vacancy Rate
2%
Overview
Centerville City Center is a suburban neighborhood in Centerville, Ohio, with mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and apartments built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The vacancy rate is low at 2.0%, indicating tight housing supply, with a median home price of $320,148, above average for Ohio.
SuburbanOwner OccupiedLow VacancyDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Suburban Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Centerville City Center consists mainly of owner-occupied medium and small homes, with many built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built between 1940 and 1999, well established.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand.
Families & Lifestyle
Centerville City Center has a moderate income level and a diverse occupational mix.
Diverse occupations support a balanced community.
Moderate income with some child poverty.
Mixed Occupations — Executives, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs are common.
Moderate Income — Income higher than about half of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Executive & Professional Employment | 52.4% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Employment | 24.5% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
Demographics
| Income Rank | Higher than 47.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
| German Ancestry | 25.4% |
| English Ancestry | 11.4% |
| Irish Ancestry | 10.2% |
| English Speakers at Home | 89.3% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Centerville City Center offers convenient commute times with a high rate of solo drivers, reflecting suburban car dependency.
Short Commutes — Majority spend 15-30 minutes commuting.
Car Ownership — High drive alone rate indicates reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.0% |
Homes for sale near 45459
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Centerville City Center?
The median home price is $320,148, more expensive than 68.5% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
16.0% of children live below the federal poverty line, higher than 62.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What ancestries are common?
German, English, Irish, Puerto Rican, and Mexican ancestries are common.