Investments with this much character don't come along every day. Located in the desirable Huffman Historic District, this up-and-down duplex blends timeless charm with solid income potential. The lower unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, laundry, soaring ceilings, and striking black-and-white checkered floors that give the space a personality all its own. Upstairs, the 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit is leased at $850 per month through a one-year lease, providing immediate rental income, while the lower unit just rented at $1000 per month (includes utilities).
Major updates include windows (approximately 5 years old), furnace (approximately 5 years old), and water heater (approximately 6 years old). A fenced yard and welcoming front porch add to the property's appeal. The owner currently pays the water bill. New 40 gal Water Heater 2026. New furnace flu pipe.
24 hour notice required to show. Surveillance equipment is in use on the property and does not convey.
Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or explore an owner-occupant opportunity with rental income, this historic gem is one worth seeing.
For sale
$174,900
139 Columbus St, Dayton, OH 45403
3beds
1,464sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1919
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardSoaring ceilingsWelcoming front porchStriking black-and-white checkered floors
- 66 days
- 167
- 11
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Miranda K Biedenharn (937)689-1013,
Comey & Shepherd REALTORS
Source: DABR MLS,MLS#: 963454
Originating MLS: Dayton Area Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,464 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Fence, Porch
Lot
- Size: 1,385 Square Feet
- Dimensions: .0318
Details
- Parcel number: R72012100079
- Zoning: Multiple
- Zoning description: Multiple
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: City/Dayton
Location
- Region: Dayton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $18,530
- Annual tax amount: $423
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,204/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $174,900+466%$119/sqft |
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| 6/29/2016 | Sold | $30,900+71.7%$21/sqft |
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| 11/14/2013 | Sold | $18,000$12/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $423 -0.2% | $6,490 |
| 2024 | $424 +2.3% | $6,490 |
| 2023 | $414 -19.3% | $6,490 +2% |
| 2022 | $513 +0.5% | $6,360 |
| 2021 | $510 +0.2% | $6,360 |
| 2020 | $509 -10.2% | $6,360 |
| 2019 | $567 -0.1% | $6,360 |
| 2018 | $568 -40.8% | $6,360 -41.5% |
| 2017 | $959 -7.6% | $10,880 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $1,039 -59% | $10,790 |
| 2015 | $2,533 +178.4% | $10,790 |
| 2014 | $910 | $10,790 |
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Neighborhood: Historic Inner East
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Dayton
Source: DABR MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






