Southern Dayton View, Dayton, OH

Is Southern Dayton View a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1143

Medium1016

Low1396

Other5030

394 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape127

Child involved99

Assault43

Other153

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, radio traffic reports a possible weapons incident near Nancy Avenue: several men dressed in black were reportedly outside a residence with “.40s” (handguns), pacing back and forth, and allegedly threatening the caller. The caller was advised not to go to the location.	Nancy Ave, Dayton, OH 45417	Weapons
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews dispatched for a reported suicide attempt involving a female cutting herself with a razor near Arcadia (exact street type unclear from transcript).	Arcadia Blvd, Dayton, OH 45420	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers appear to be conducting a vehicle stop or search involving a white Chevrolet Malibu traveling from Harshman Road toward Springfield Street westbound in Dayton, Ohio.	Harshman Rd, Dayton, OH	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was dispatched near I-75 in Dayton, with a possible related second call for a male fitting the same clothing description near eastbound US-35 at I-75/Ludlow.	I-75, Dayton, OH	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle crash with injuries at the intersection of Post Town Road and Little Richmond Road in Dayton, Ohio.	Post Town Rd & Little Richmond Rd, Dayton, OH 45426	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a person down near West Fairview Avenue and cross streets Lytick Road and Emerson Avenue. Units Ladder 14 and Medic 14 were assigned with a task group of eight.	W Fairview Ave, Dayton, OH 45405	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Crown Avenue. Officers were asked to advise if contact is made.	Crown Ave, Dayton, OH 45417	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary in progress at a garage on Olive Road, where a male was said to be kicking in a garage door. The reporting party was asked to have a relative available to speak with officers.	Olive Rd, Dayton, OH 45417	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer briefly followed a black sport motorcycle with no license plates along Wolf Creek toward Little Richmond in Dayton, then lost sight of it in a nearby neighborhood around Ashcraft. No suspect description was obtained.	Wolf Creek Trail, Dayton, OH	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for difficulty breathing near West 4th Street, close to South Main Street and Pressinger Lane. Medic 11 was dispatched.	W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$88,988

Average Rent

$1,320

Vacancy Rate

52.3%

Nearby neighborhoods

Southern Dayton View Overview

Southern Dayton View is a suburban neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio, known for its historic homes mostly built before 1940. The median home price is $88,988, making it more affordable than most Ohio and U.S. neighborhoods.

Vacancy is a significant issue here, with 52.3% of homes vacant, a rate higher than 98.9% of U.S. neighborhoods. Most residents commute by driving alone, and the area faces high childhood poverty rates.

SuburbanHistoric HomesHigh VacancyAffordable

Quick Facts

Drive Alone Commute	89.2%

Housing market and real estate character

Southern Dayton View's housing stock is primarily medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, many built before 1940. The neighborhood has a notably high vacancy rate.

Historic Homes (Built ≤1939)	67.6%
Owner vs Renter Mix	Mixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

A large share of homes are historic, offering unique architectural details and charm.

More than half of the housing units are vacant, which may affect neighborhood stability and investment.

Families & Lifestyle

Southern Dayton View has a diverse occupational mix and faces significant economic challenges.

Occupational Diversity — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs, reflecting a varied economic base.

Children in Poverty	55.4%
Executive/Professional Employment	35.5%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Share	35.5%
Income Level	Lower than 87.7% of U.S. neighborhoods
Top Language	English (97.3%)
Top Ancestry	Jamaican (15.1%)

Commute

Most residents drive alone to work, with a typical commute time between 15 and 30 minutes.

Southern Dayton View residents rely heavily on private vehicles for commuting, with limited public transit use.

High Drive Alone Rate — 89.2% of commuters drive alone, indicating dependence on cars.

Short Commute Times — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes, which is shorter than average.

Drive Alone Rate	89.2%
Carpool Rate	6.0%
Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes

Homes for sale near 45402

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$210,000

3 bd | 3 ba | 1,452 sqft

27 N Paul Laurence Dunbar St

Dayton, OH, 45402