Why you'd want to live in Centerville

Centerville, founded in 1796, is one of the oldest communities in Ohio. The heart of the city has been designated as an architectural preservation district to retain and maintain its historic heritage. From its early beginning as a small cross road and stagecoach-stop farming community, Centerville is now a high quality, modern residential community with the 2000 census reported a combined Centerville and Washington Township population of 52,991. An extensive variety of housing is available, ranging from apartments and condominiums to luxury housing. The art of living is fine and competitively affordable with houses ranging in price from $150,000 to over $1,000,000. The hustle and bustle of business activity exist side-by-side with quiet, tree-lined streets, community and neighborhood parks, plus nature areas and swim clubs, attractions that complement available tennis and basketball courts, as well as baseball, football and soccer fields. The 50,000 square foot Washington Township Recreation Center provides opportunities for both active and passive recreation, possessing a natatorium with 2 indoor swimming pools. Centerville is also home to the nationally-recognized Golf Club at Yankee Trace, a 27-hole championship facility with a country club atmosphere. Five major shopping centers and more than 500 retail outlets with an even mix of upscale boutiques and national retailers are available to residents. There are churches of various denominations, many fine restaurants and theaters, plus the charm and down-to-earth friendliness that belongs to everybody’s hometown. via City of Centerville Into