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$85,045$62 / 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 76How 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 $47,400 on Mar 30, 2026

949 RUTH AVE

DAYTON, OH 45417
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,377 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$85K
$64K low$106K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,400 · Mar 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$992 (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.$16,570 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,610
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$47,360

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.1 mi
H
Paul Laurence Dunbar High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.9 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

949 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 85% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Dayton 45417
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Dayton 45417
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Dayton 45417

What homes are worth in Dayton 45417

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

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$26K$265K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$85,045
CheaperTypical $65,303Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$62
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,377 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 949 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadden HillDayton 45417Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,04540% of homes71% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6236% of homes48% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,377 ft²51% of homes76% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac64% of homes81% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than197172% of homes90% of homes69% of homes

About 949 Ruth Ave

How much is 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH is $85,045 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $64,231 to $105,859. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH last sell?

949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH last sold on Mar 30, 2026 for $47,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,377 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH built?

949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

949 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 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH compare to other homes in Dayton 45417?

Among the 11,861 homes in Dayton 45417, it is worth more than 71% of them ($85,045 against a typical $65,303), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($62 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,377 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1971 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 15% 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 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 949 Ruth Ave, Dayton, OH was $992. The county assessed it at $16,570.

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