This 1900’s Victorian 2 story awaits a gentle second wind & w/a little love can be returned its previous “Fairview” glory. Towering @ nearly 1,800 SF, this home retains intricate details and is full of inspiration for its next 100 YEAR journey! Highlights include hardwood floors, an original banister staircase, an authentic tiled fireplace, French doors, spacious rooms and 3 levels of classic living area! Previously converted to a duplex, this now single home sports 2 kitchens, multiple entrances and flexibility ready for renovation. You’ll love the layout equip with a large foyer, bayed living room, formal dining room, a 1st floor laundry & bath. A bonus flex room completes the main floor for use as office, craft or 4th bedroom. Upstairs discover 3 bedrooms grouped around a center hall bath and a unique sunroom overlooking the back yard. A finished walk-up attic adds even more flexibility providing a large open area ideal for hobbies, recreation, or additional living space. Original radius windows and walk in dormers add natural light and oh so much character! A secondary unfinished area allows more space for future finishing or enjoy as concealed storage. What's more? The adjacent building lot is INCLUDED (309 W. Fairview). Explore as an infill opportunity to build a 2nd NEW home or simply enjoy having the largest yard in the neighborhood! A full basement, new water heater and replacement windows add to the value. Centrally located just minutes from the Dayton Metro Library Fairview Branch, EJ Brown School, I-75, I-35 and all the exciting entertainment and food venues DOWNTOWN! Seeking an exceptional value on a true Dayton Original...Welcome to 305 Fairview Avenue! A true project with PROMISE!
Sold for $16,000 on 07/30/25
$16,000
305 W Fairview Ave, Dayton, OH 45405
3beds
1,798sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
4,861.3 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$9/sqft
$1,327 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 12:59pm
Listed by:
Jeffrey T Roberts (937)898-4400,
RE/MAX Alliance Realty
Bought with:
Christan Heidenreich, 2024005279
Howard Hanna Real Estate Serv
Source: DABR MLS,MLS#: 938710
Originating MLS: Dayton Area Board of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 4 x 6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,798
- Total interior livable area: 1,798 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 4,861 sqft
- Dimensions: .45 Acre= 2 lots
Details
- Parcel number: R72114090015
- Zoning: Residential
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Dayton
- Subdivision: City/Dayton Rev
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional