Kettering —
Market Watch
Established · Cultural · Connected
$247K
Median Home Price
12
Avg. Days on Market
$166
Price per Sq Ft
+6.8%
Year-over-Year Change
Market Analysis
Kettering offers some of the best value in the southern Dayton suburbs. At roughly $166 per square foot, buyers get strong space for their money, and Movoto reported homes averaging about 12 days on market in May 2026. Demand is strongest in the $200K–$300K range, where first-time buyers and young families compete for well-maintained ranches and two-stories. Months-of-inventory figures were not published in the sources cited for this update. The Fraze Pavilion district and cultural amenities add lifestyle value that other similarly-priced suburbs can't match.
Redfin reported a median sale price near $247,000 for Kettering, up 6.8% year over year, with Movoto showing a median sold price near $265,000 in May 2026 and homes averaging about 12 days on market. Zillow put the typical home value near $239,030 (+3.6% YoY). Demand has been fueled by buyers priced out of Centerville and Beavercreek turning to Kettering for better value, plus the Fraze Pavilion cultural district and ongoing downtown investment.
Typical Home Styles & Price Ranges
Kettering's housing stock reflects its history as one of the Dayton metro's most established suburbs. Mid-century ranches, split-levels from the 1960s and 70s, traditional two-story colonials, and newer developments fill out a diverse mix. The northern sections near Oakwood feature older, larger homes on mature lots, while southern Kettering closer to I-675 includes more contemporary builds. The price spread — from the $170K starter range to $425K+ move-up properties — makes Kettering one of the most accessible suburbs in the metro.
Typical price range: $170,000 – $425,000
Key Market Indicators
Buyer Takeaways
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Seller Takeaways
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Kettering vs. Dayton Metro Average
| Metric | Kettering | Dayton Metro Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Median Price | $247K | $271,500 |
| Days on Market | 12 days | 31 days |
| Price per Sq Ft | $166 | $137 |
| YoY Price Change | +6.8% | +7.8% |
| Months of Inventory | n/a | 2.3 months |
* Metro average data reflects the combined Dayton-Springfield-Kettering MSA, September 2026 (Dayton REALTORS). Individual neighborhood data compiled from county records and MLS activity, with reporting periods noted per metric.
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