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$179,900

261 Smith St Dayton, OH 45417

3 beds
2 full
900 sqft
0.1 acres
$200 / sqft
House

Property details

About 261 Smith St

Step into this relaxing oasis, an adorable Cape Cod-style home with superb old-school construction. Fully refreshed, updated, and renewed (including mechanicals, windows, flooring, etc.), this home is ready for you to relax and enjoy. With ample living space, 2 full baths, 3 bedrooms, a huge bonus room with electric fireplace in the basement, a fully updated and stylish cooks kitchen, a spacious laundry room, ample storage, and plenty of indoor space to unwind in, youll find everything you need here. The outdoor patio area is perfect for enjoying the seasons, and both the front and back yards offer plenty of character without overwhelming upkeep. This home offers prime access to UD campus, Premier Health, Brown Street, UD Arena, and the Great Miami Bike Trail. Enjoy nearby kayaking spots, Carillon Park, and downtown Dayton attractions like the Oregon District, Dayton Art Institute, and the Shops of Oakwood—all just minutes away. Updates include Exterior paint and new vinyl windows and glass block: 2024, Upgrade 200 amp electric panel: 2025, EV car charger: 2025, New Front entry door and new back door: 2024, Roof: 2019, New plumbing PVC, pex throughout: 2024, New flooring: 2025, HVAC plus duct work: 2025, All new trimwork and interior doors: 2025, New kitchen cabinets and appliances: 2025, Water heater: 2024, Keyless entry and Alarm/Motion and glass protector service: 2024. Can be transfer upon request.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size900 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1309 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #937485
FireplaceElectric

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Butcher Block Counters
  • Fireplace: Electric
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: No Garage
  • Exterior: Porch, Patio
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $179,900
  • Price/SqFt: $199
  • Annual Tax Amount: $824
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 900 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1309 Acres
  • MLS Number: 937485
  • MLS Name: DAYTON
  • Office Name: Glasshouse Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (937) 641-9803
  • Listing Agent: Christopher Uphus

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 29, 2023
Home Sold
$60,000
Dec 12, 2022
Home Sold
$50,000
Mar 24, 2016
Home Sold
$19,000
Oct 25, 2007
Home Sold
$10,250

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$13,240$824
2022$9,460$766
2021$9,460$897
2020$9,460$897
2019$10,190$897
2018$10,190$898
2017$10,190$892

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Dayton Smart Elementary School

Public Charter KG-6

1.4 mi

601 S Keowee St

3

Edison PreK-6 School

Public District PK-6

1.5 mi

228 N Broadway St

3

Louise Troy PreK-5 School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

1630 Miami Chapel Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,571. The majority of Dayton, OH residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

59%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
21%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 261 Smith St

The listing price of 261 Smith St property is $179,900.

The property 261 Smith St is a house located in Dayton, Ohio, 45417.

Active Listing: 261 Smith St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 261 Smith St are: Dayton Smart Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edison PreK-6 School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Louise Troy PreK-5 School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), City Day Community School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Emerson Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dayton Leadership Academies-Dayton View Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Dayton Early College Academy Inc (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mound Street Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $824 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 29, 2023 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 261 Smith St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 261 Smith St is 900 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 261 Smith St is 1947.

This home is located at 261 Smith St in Dayton, OH and zip code 45417 in the Carillon neighborhood. This 900 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $179,900.

Dayton, OH housing market in June 2025 saw over 153 listings sold above listed price, more than 113 sold at listed price and over 197 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Dayton, OH increased by 1.1% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 43 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $204,141.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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