45 W Babbitt Street, Dayton, OH 45405

Step into timeless elegance with this 1886 Queen Anne masterpiece, perfectly situated in the heart of Dayton’s historic McPherson Town District — one of the city’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods. Just a short stroll from the Schuster Center, Riverscape, the Dayton Art Institute, and River’s Edge Montessori School, this location blends historic charm with modern convenience. Encompassing 3,445 square feet of architectural splendor, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home marries late 19th-century craftsmanship with contemporary livability. From intricate woodwork and soaring ceilings to extensive wall-to-wall bookcases, every detail tells a story. The exterior, painted in five complementary hues, highlights the home’s ornamental details and rivals the finest Painted Ladies found anywhere. Inside, the first-floor library features a full wall of floor-to-ceiling bookcases, with walls sponge-painted in five rich shades of burgundy. Original sliding doors allow the space to be closed off for … read more …