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$53,258$29 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 60How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $20,000 on Jan 21, 1997

537 RUTH AVE

DAYTON, OH 45417
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,848 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1909
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$53K
$32K low$75K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Jan 21, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$856 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$14,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$40,720

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 224 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Wogaman Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Paul Laurence Dunbar High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.6 mi

District: Dayton City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45417These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.206
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.802 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,020
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,946
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

537 Ruth Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 94% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Lakeview
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Dayton 45417

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$26K$265K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Dayton 45417.

How it measures up in Dayton 45417

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 45417.

Estimated value$53,258
CheaperTypical $65,303Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$29
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,848 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1909
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 537 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLakeviewDayton 45417Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$53,25838% of homes30% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$296% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,848 ft²92% of homes92% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac46% of homes39% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than190913% of homes5% of homes4% of homes

About 537 Ruth Ave

How much is 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH is $53,258 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $31,774 to $74,742. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH last sell?

537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH last sold on Jan 21, 1997 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,848 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH built?

537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH was built in 1909, making it 117 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH is assigned to Wogaman Middle School (middle), rated D+; Paul Laurence Dunbar High School (high), rated D-; Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Dayton City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH compare to other homes in Dayton 45417?

Among the 11,861 homes in Dayton 45417, it is worth more than 30% of them ($53,258 against a typical $65,303), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($29 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 92% of them (1,848 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1909 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 6% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 537 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH was $856. The county assessed it at $14,250.

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