This 1910 built Dayton original once served as residence to Mike Sells Jr (of Mike Sells Potato Chips) and is a survivor of the Great Flood of 1913! Located in Lower Riverdale, this home boarders the Great Miami River and offers quick access to the Dayton Canoe Club, Island Metro Park, Riverscape and all the exciting venues of our thriving DOWNTOWN! Character starts curbside with a large covered front porch, cobble stone accents and multiple tiered roof gables. Step into the foyer to discover a sweeping 2 story staircase, spacious greeting area and authentic stained-glass windows. A combination of crown / picture frame moldings and complimentary millwork details are found throughout. Features continue in the furniture friendly living room w/ an ornamental mantled fireplace. Wall of windows brighten the formal dining room featuring stained glass windows and chair rail details. The kitchen offers retro-style with original painted cabinets and convenient access to the large basement and rear back yard. All bedrooms are located privately on the 2nd level and share a central hall bath modified to include a step in shower with mobility assist hardware. A rear covered patio, upgraded electrical service/panel, ornamental security doors and low maintenance vinyl exterior add to the value. If you’re searching for a warm spirited home with good vibes, unique details, obvious care and rooted history…welcome to 138 Ridge Avenue! Priced for action and ready for your immediate admiration.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
34 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
4,251 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,426
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
R72 06011 0009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
MR-5
Mature Single-Family District
To promote, preserve and protect neighborhoods with traditional urban character. Mature areas are the oldest, close-to-downtown residential areas in the city. Small, dense lots were generally developed before 1920 in a regular grid street pattern. As set forth in the Citys Comprehensive Plan, Mature residential development will encourage historic preservation, development similar in character to existing development and well-designed, adaptive reuse of commercial and industrial buildings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features
Window Features: Wood Frames
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 3
Construction Details: Aluminum Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding
Builder Model: 2 Story
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Mobile Home Information
Model: 2 Story
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4,251
Lot Size Acres: 0.0976
Lot Size Dimensions: 34 X 125
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Lease Information
Sale Or Lease Indicator: For Sale
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer: Storm Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Distance To Bus Comments: 2 Blocks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,426
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,251 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: R72 06011 0009
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Valerie Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.2mi
2/10
E. J. Brown Pre-K-8 School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Meadowdale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$95,000 – $115,000
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