138 Ridge Avenue

Closed 4/25/25
Closed 4/25/25
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Last Sold Price
$65,000
3 beds1,426 sqft$46/sqft
138 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405

Description

This 1910 built Dayton original once served as residence to Mike Sells Jr (of Mike Sells Potato Chips) and is a survivor of the Great Flood of 1913! Located in Lower Riverdale, this home boarders the Great Miami River and offers quick access to the Dayton Canoe Club, Island Metro Park, Riverscape and all the exciting venues of our thriving DOWNTOWN! Character starts curbside with a large covered front porch, cobble stone accents and multiple tiered roof gables. Step into the foyer to discover a sweeping...This 1910 built Dayton original once served as residence to Mike Sells Jr (of Mike Sells Potato Chips) and is a survivor of the Great Flood of 1913! Located in Lower Riverdale, this home boarders the Great Miami River and offers quick access to the Dayton Canoe Club, Island Metro Park, Riverscape and all the exciting venues of our thriving DOWNTOWN! Character starts curbside with a large covered front porch, cobble stone accents and multiple tiered roof gables. Step into the foyer to discover a sweeping 2 story staircase, spacious greeting area and authentic stained-glass windows. A combination of crown / picture frame moldings and complimentary millwork details are found throughout. Features continue in the furniture friendly living room w/an ornamental mantled fireplace. Wall of windows brighten the formal dining room featuring stained glass windows and chair rail details. The kitchen offers retro-style with original painted cabinets and convenient access to the large basement and rear back yard. All bedrooms are located privately on the 2nd level and share a central hall bath modified to include a step in shower with mobility assist hardware. A rear covered patio, upgraded electrical service/panel, ornamental security doors and low maintenance vinyl exterior add to the value. If you’re searching for a warm spirited home with good vibes, unique details, obvious care and rooted history…welcome to 138 Ridge Avenue! Priced for action and ready for your immediate admiration.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/25/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jeffrey T Roberts • Brokerage DRE #2006000103 • RE/MAX Alliance Realty
    P: (937) 559-6661 C: (937) 559-6661 jroberts@remax.net

Property Details for 138 Ridge Avenue

Status
Closed
MLS #
931433
Days on Market
9
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.10 AC / 4,251 SF
County
Montgomery County
Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
City/Dayton
Zoning
Residential
Zoning Description
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$66,500

Avg days on market

90

Sale-to-list ratio

85.0%

Dayton, OH

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Building Information for 138 Ridge Avenue

Stories3Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,251 SF

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Property Information for 138 Ridge Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Riverside Drive
  • Directions: Riverside Drive to West onto Ridge. Between Riverside Drive and Main Street on Ridge Avenue. No signage on property.
  • Latitude: 39.781814
  • Longitude: -84.204256
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: R72-06011-0009
Distance To
  • Distance To Bus Comments: 2 Blocks
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Dayton
  • High School District: Dayton
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Dayton
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0976
  • Lot Size Area: 4251.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 34 X 125
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4251.0
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1426.0
  • Living Area: 1426.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1910
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Total Stories: 3
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 10 x 9
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 9.0
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 10 x 12
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Laundry
  • Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 12 x 17
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 17.0
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 11 x 9
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 10 x 12
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 12.0
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Model: 2 Story

Property History for 138 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 25, 2025

Sold

Dayton REALTORS #931433

$65,000—
Apr 9, 2025

Contract Signed

Dayton REALTORS #931433

—
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

Dayton REALTORS #931433

$59,990—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/25/2025

Sold

Dayton REALTORS #931433

$65,000
04/09/2025

Contract Signed

Dayton REALTORS #931433

—
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

Dayton REALTORS #931433

$59,990

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 138 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,780Additions$10,150Total$13,930
Tax Record2024$817 ($68 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,426 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,426 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,251 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyMONTGOMERYAPNR72 06011 0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 138 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Dayton City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Valerie Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Edison Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Belle Haven Pre-K-8 School
Public - PK to 6
Wright Brothers Pre-K-8 School @ Grant
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Valerie Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Edison Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Belle Haven Pre-K-8 School
PublicPK to 6

Wright Brothers Pre-K-8 School @ Grant
Public7 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 138 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
$65,000
3
1,426
4,251
142 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
–
3
1
1,614
4,373
136 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
–
3
1
1,666
4,125
146 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
–
3
1
1,813
5,001
132 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
$1,333
3
1
1,810
5,249
150 Ridge Avenue, Dayton, OH 45405
–
–
2
1,750
4,626

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