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Philadelphia Woods

A Salem Avenue corridor neighborhood

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Walk Score *

47 / 100

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Bike Score *

45 / 100

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Transit Score *

TB / 100

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Average Home Value

$235k

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Average House Size

1,913 sq. ft.

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Average Lot Size

7,841 sq. ft.

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Contact the City of Dayton for more neighborhood information, or for help starting a neighborhood association.

Philadelphia Woods offers residents a comfortable blend of urban convenience and suburban calm. Located in Dayton’s northwestern corner, the neighborhood benefits from easy access to retail, dining, and everyday services, including the nearby Northwest Plaza. Its location along key corridors makes it a practical and community-oriented place to live.

A major asset to the neighborhood is the beautiful Dayton Metro Library – Northwest Branch, situated just off Salem Avenue on Philadelphia Drive. This modern library serves as both a learning hub and community gathering space, sitting close to Fairview School and Fairview Park. Together, these amenities give residents convenient access to education, green space, and neighborhood programming.

Philadelphia Woods features a diverse range of housing built from the 1930s through the mid-20th century, including classic Cape Cod homes, scattered ranches, and a selection of small apartment buildings. This mix creates a welcoming environment for households of all sizes and lifestyles.

Adding to the area’s character, the upscale Hook Estate development sits across Philadelphia Drive from the Miami Valley Golf Club, offering a more secluded residential feel within the broader neighborhood. With its variety of housing, local amenities, and strong sense of community, Philadelphia Woods continues to be a well-rounded and appealing place to call home.

Quick Stats

Philadelphia Woods

Zip Code(s) 45405, 45406, 45416

Neighborhood(s) Hook Estates, Valerie Arms

Housing Units/Acre Cape Cods, Ranches, and small apartment buildings

Known For Northwest Plaza, Northwest Library, Fairview Elementary School, & the Miami Valley Golf Club

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* All scores with asterisk are from Walk Score