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For sale
$2,500,000
9beds
15,388sqft

3500 Governors Trl, Dayton, OH 45409

9beds
15,388sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
5.05 Acres Lot
$2,301,400 Zestimate®
$162/sqft

What's special

Tennis courtsAttractive fenceQuartz countersPaver patio areaTiled floorsFireplace with custom mantle

Step back in time to this Kettering treasure; the Cox Mansion, also know as Trails End. Built in 1916 by Ohio Governor, James Cox, this beautiful and historic French Renaissance estate is situated on over 5 acres and was designed by Oswald Hering of New York, featuring over 15,000 sq ft. of finished living area. A grand entrance welcomes visitors with a spiral staircase, tiled floors, and fireplace with custom mantle. A warm and inviting paneled library with custom book shelves has new custom flooring with fireplace. A massive living room with paneled walls and fireplace also has new custom hardwood flooring in keeping with the history of the mansion. A gorgeous new kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz counters, all stainless steel appliances including a wine refrigerator. Current owners have also completed a custom wet bar with rich stained cabinetry with granite counters including a wine refrigerator and icemaker. The banquet sized reception room offers a full wall of windows and seating for very large groups. The convenient first floor laundry has double washers and dryers. Upstairs, find refinished hardwood flooring along with 5 bedrooms; each with a full bathroom. Lower level walkout basement has four additional bedrooms and 3 full bath with 2 half baths Outside, find a newly built inground swimming pool with slide, attractive fence, large patio area surrounding the pool, and tennis courts plus paver patio area. This residence has been used as an AirBnB and in yesteryear, it has hosted dignitaries including President Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Franklin D Roosevelt, and Harry Truman. Please note that all furnishings convey with the property. Current owners have installed a new kitchen, bar, swimming pool, replaced roof top HVAC units, completed a comprehensive electrical upgrade, refinished architectural trim and more! This estate is an historical masterpiece!

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Source: DABR MLS,MLS#: 969611MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Dayton Area Board of REALTORS
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Dining Room

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Listed by:

Nancy L Webb (937)436-9494,

BHHS Professional Realty

Source: DABR MLS,MLS#: 969611MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Dayton Area Board of REALTORS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Bathrooms: 11
  • Full bathrooms: 8
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 23 x 16
Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 18 x 14
Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 23 x 14
Bedroom
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bedroom
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 21 x 10
Breakfast room nook
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 16 x 15
Dining room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 94 x 24
Entry foyer
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 20 x 16
Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 19 x 12
Library
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 30 x 19
Living room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 26 x 21
Other
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 14 x 8
Other
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 25 x 18
Heating
  • Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
Features
  • Kitchen Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Solid Surface Counters
  • Basement: Full,Finished
  • Has fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace features: Gas, Multiple, Wood Burning
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 15,388
  • Total interior livable area: 15,388 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Parking features: No Garage
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Fence, Pool, Patio, Tennis Court(s)
  • Pool features: In Ground
  • Fencing: Partial
Lot
  • Size: 5.05 Acres
  • Dimensions: 5.045
Details
  • Parcel number: N64033040183
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Stucco
Condition
  • Year built: 1916

Utilities & green energy

  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: Governors Hill Sec 01
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Dayton

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $162/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $1,470,940
  • Annual tax amount: $32,825
  • Date on market: 9/24/2026
  • Listing terms: Conventional

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/24/2026Listed for sale$2,500,000+16.3%$162/sqft
Source: DABR MLS #969611 Report a problem
5/9/2026Listing removed--
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/5/2026Listed for sale$2,150,000-57%$140/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
8/26/2025Listing removed--
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/28/2025Price change$5,000,000+49.3%$325/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
4/7/2025Listed for sale$3,350,000+219%$218/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/12/2021Sold$1,050,000-8.7%$68/sqft
Source: DABR MLS #825393 Report a problem
5/20/2021Pending sale$1,150,000$75/sqft
Source: DABR MLS #825393 Report a problem
12/8/2020Price change$1,150,000-4.2%$75/sqft
Source: Irongate Inc., Realtors #825393 Report a problem
9/8/2020Listed for sale$1,200,000+342%$78/sqft
Source: Irongate Inc., Realtors #825393 Report a problem
5/6/2015Sold$271,500+0.2%$18/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
4/1/2015Listed for sale$270,900-69.3%$18/sqft
Source: Irongate Inc., Realtors #606035 Report a problem
2/4/2015Sold$881,875$57/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$32,825 -0.2%$514,830
2024$32,889 +7.2%$514,830 +4.1%
2023$30,676 +9.9%$494,560 +39%
2022$27,909 +57.5%$355,900 +46%
2021$17,715 -1.8%$243,720
2020$18,046 +48.1%$243,720 +67.5%
2019$12,188 -0.5%$145,490
2018$12,254 +7.5%$145,490
2017$11,399 -5.4%$145,490 -0.1%
2016$12,046 -54.1%$145,650 -56.5%
2015$26,217 +1.3%$334,450
2014$25,874 $334,450
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$16,371/mo
Principal & interest
$12892
Property taxes
$3479
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Estimated market value

$2,301,400

$2.16M - $2.42M

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Neighborhood: 45409

Nearby schools

Southdale Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Van Buren Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.9 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Kettering Fairmont High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.8 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10
College Readiness Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10

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