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$258,020$171 / 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 91How 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 $125,000 on Jul 21, 2017

974 INDEPENDENCE DR

DAYTON, OH 45429
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,508 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$258K
$234K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Jul 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,783 (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.$59,230 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,470
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,230
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$169,240

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.0.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 240 ft²Patio · 240 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.

E
John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Kettering Fairmont High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Kettering Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Kettering City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45429These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.210
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,925
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,860 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,667
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

974 Independence Dr 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 more than 67% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Dayton 45429

What homes are worth in Dayton 45429

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

This home
$143K$788K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Dayton 45429.

How it measures up in Dayton 45429

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 45429.

Estimated value$258,020
CheaperTypical $273,993Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 974 Independence Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDayton 45429Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,02044% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17140% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,508 ft²47% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac62% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than196165% of homes53% of homes

About 974 Independence Dr

How much is 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH is $258,020 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $234,307 to $281,733. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH last sell?

974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH last sold on Jul 21, 2017 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH?

974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,508 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH built?

974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH?

974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH is assigned to John F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Kettering Fairmont High School (high), rated B; Kettering Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Kettering City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH compare to other homes in Dayton 45429?

Among the 9,831 homes in Dayton 45429, it is worth more than 44% of them ($258,020 against a typical $273,993), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($171 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,508 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1961 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 67% 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 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 974 Independence Dr, Dayton, OH was $3,783. The county assessed it at $59,230.

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