217 James St, Dayton, OH, 45410
About This Home
Welcome to this stunning historic home located in the heart of the highly desirable South Park neighborhood. Offering 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this timeless property seamlessly blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates. Recent improvements include a brand-new roof, all new windows, a new roof on the garage, and a new garage door with opener, providing peace of mind for years to come. The spacious kitchen is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with ample room for gatherings. This property is currently operated as a successful Airbnb, presenting an excellent opportunity for investors or buyers seeking a turn-key short-term rental. Furniture may be included with an acceptable offer, allowing for a smooth and immediate transition for continued operation. Original architectural charm, generous room sizes, and flexible living spaces make this home ideal as a primary residence, second home, or income-producing property. Located in one of South Park’s most sought-after neighborhoods, close to parks, dining, shopping, and local amenities. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated historic home with proven income potential—schedule your private showing today.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 5 x 5
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,955
- Total interior livable area: 1,955 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R72027050013
- Zoning: Residential
- Zoning description: Residential
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 4,225 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 33 x 128
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Ohio Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,719 | $20,628 |
| Home Insurance * | $298 | $3,576 |
| Property Taxes | $490 | $5,880 |
| Electricity | $209 | $2,516 |
| Total | $2,716 | $32,592 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Ohio FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-12 | Price change | $339,600 |
| 2026-03-12 | Price change | $349,600 |
| 2026-01-12 | Price change | $364,500 |
| 2025-12-23 | Listed for sale | $365,000 |
| 2024-04-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-02-09 | Listed for sale | $285,000 |
| 2022-01-05 | Sold | $78,000 |
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