Grafton Hill Homes For Sale

Endless Possibilities in One of Dayton’s Most Beautiful Historic Districts! Built in 1918, this stunning home is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life! Located in the highly desirable Grafton Hill Historic District, just steps from the Dayton Art Institute, backs to the same street as the Stoddard Ave Pumpkin Glow, this historic property has a new roof and has been completely gutted and framed out, offering a blank slate for your renovation ideas. Original hardwood floors, a classic bay window, and the original living room mantel preserve a glimpse of the home’s historic charm. The beautiful covered front porch, distinctive shingle siding, walk-up attic, and full basement add even more character and potential. Dream big with the unfinished third-floor attic! This space offers the exciting potential to be transformed into an incredible primary suite complete with a spacious bedroom, luxurious en-suite bathroom, and a private retreat unlike any other. Whether you envision restoring its historic elegance or creating a stunning blend of timeless character and modern design, the possibilities are endless. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to restore a piece of Dayton history and transform it into something truly extraordinary!

Central Superior presents a compelling 42-unit multifamily investment opportunity in Dayton’s Grafton Hill neighborhood. The property includes 31 studios and 11 one-bedroom units averaging 416 SF, with on-site laundry, a 12+ vehicle garage, and individually metered electric. Since 2021, ownership has completed significant capital improvements, including both roofs, replacement windows, most electrical panels, plumbing stacks, hallway flooring, and a renovated laundry room, with approximately 85% of units renovated. In-place rents average $636 for studios and $750 for one-bedrooms, with additional upside through rent growth, garage parking, and a potential bulk cable/internet program. Located approximately one mile from Kettering Health Dayton and within three miles of major area institutions and employment centers.

Move-in ready and loaded with the perfect combination of modern touches and original charm, this home is ready for a new owner to love it! Built in 1896, this five-bedroom home boasts nice high ceilings, making the home feel even bigger, along with beautiful, well-maintained hardwood floors throughout most of the home! Property features a brand new, modern kitchen with new cabinets, counters, tile backsplash, and appliances! All new paint and fixtures throughout! Large bedrooms, each with their own unique feel! Full basement for additional storage space or potential to finish as additional living space! Don’t miss out on this diamond in the rough! Schedule a showing today!

The updated Grafton Hill architectural style anchors this residential attached home, which offers three levels of living space and spans over 2600 square feet. In addition, the property has a large covered porch serves as an inviting introduction to the property, creating a serene space for outdoor relaxation. Throughout the home, nine-foot ceilings establish a spacious and airy atmosphere, enhancing the overall sense of flow. An updated luxury gourmet kitchen functions as a central gathering space, fully equipped with a cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerator, large island, double oven, and vent hood. The home features four bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms and a finished third level. Outside, the fenced backyard offers a tranquil setting for daily activities, complemented by a two-car detached garage.

Welcome home to Dayton’s Historic Grafton Hill! This neighborhood and building give all the feels of a lighthearted sitcom where quirky characters quickly become friends. Unit #3 on the 2nd floor will charm you with its character and comfort; a perfect city hideaway! You will love the urban views, light-filled rooms, wood floors, thoughtful storage, and original details. A tiled fireplace is the focus of the living room when you enter. Off to one side sits a nook: perfect for a desk, piano, or studio space tucked neatly under a beautiful diamond patterned window. Flowing into the dining room you’ll find french doors leading out to the patio with large columns and sweeping views of Forest Ave. Sip your coffee and watch the sunrise, or relax in the evening shade. This outdoor “room” feels like an extension of the home; I’m sure your houseplants or furry friend would agree. The kitchen offers plenty of storage with a large pantry and floor to ceiling cabinetry. A rear door provides access to the fire escape. Down the hall sits the bathroom w/clawfoot tub, and two bedrooms, but the grand built-in linen storage steals the show. UPDATES: roof over the unit replaced in 2021, new kitchen flooring including new subflooring, new bathroom floor. Building has new boiler, water heater and storage tanks; all water supply lines replaced; new water supply line from street, new main electrical service lines to the building. STORAGE: the unit includes a large private storage room in the basement. HOA and UTILITIES: $519/mo includes heat (boiler system), water, sewer, trash, and ongoing building maintenance and restoration work. Electric is additional, but runs between $27-$50/mo for 2026. AC is window units. Property taxes are currently $454.61/yr. LAUNDRY: coin operated shared machines in the building’s basement PARKING: Plenty of free street parking surrounds the building for easy access. A garage space is currently available for an additional fee/mo.

The Michael Neil House, c. 1898. A brick Queen Anne in the Grafton Hill Historic District, individually listed on the National Register since 1982 and named repeatedly to Preservation Dayton’s Most Endangered list. 5, 750 sq ft, 7 bedrooms, 6 baths, nearly a half acre, minutes from downtown, the Dayton Art Institute and the Masonic Center. Built for Michael Neil, who platted the Wolf Creek area and helped bring natural gas to the city, and sold in 1903 to Charles Seybold of the Seybold Machine Co. The firm he founded later became Harris-Seybold-Potter, whose Dayton works built the top-secret BEA/K-1 bombsight computer during WWII. Inside: seven original mantels still in place, ornamental plaster friezes, pocket doors, bay windows, and a full third floor under the rafters. The ceilings were opened to the joists deliberately, so mechanicals can be run from below without disturbing the walls. New roof and water service line 2022; new electrical and gas service 2023; structural repairs complete. Sold as-is and not yet habitable: permits and a special inspection are required before the house is released for occupancy, and known floor openings and two loose stair treads are itemized in the property disclosure. Dayton may abate the renovation-driven tax increase up to 15 years; confirm with the City. Owner financing available to a qualified owner-occupant; terms on request. Broker-owned.

Built in 1907, this exceptional English Tudor Revival residence offers 4, 237 square feet of beautifully crafted living space in Dayton’s Grafton Hill Historic District. Situated on an approximately 0.40-acre beautifully landscaped lot, this three-story home features 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, a swimming pool, two-story carriage house (possible ADU), two-car garage, and three inviting porches, including one with a retractable awning overlooking the private backyard. Historic craftsmanship is showcased throughout with quarter-sawn oak, rosewood, and pine woodwork, beamed ceilings in the living room, dining room, library, and original built-ins in the library, dining room, and breakfast room. The library features a gas fireplace, while the kitchen offers custom cabinetry designed to complement the home’s timeless character. The third floor provides exceptional flexibility, with a spacious fifth bedroom with full bath that could easily serve as a family room, recreation room, media room, home office, or guest suite. Designed for both gracious entertaining and everyday living, this remarkable home offers timeless craftsmanship, generous living spaces, and exceptional outdoor entertaining just minutes from downtown Dayton. $50k Heat pump and boiler sufficient to heat and cool entire house (2025); Clay tile roof inspected and serviced by Durable Slate (2025); Water Heater (2024); Pool Pump (2026); 400 amp service; Retractable Patio Awning (2024); Storm Windows throughout house Dayton Door Sales. Seller is offering a seller-funded 2-1 temporary interest rate buy down with an acceptable offer, subject to buyer and loan eligibility and lender approval. Some photos have been virtually staged. The images are intended to illustrate the potential use of the space. Furnishings shown are not included with the sale.