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Dover Guide

Living in Dover, Ohio

Dover is a small city on the Tuscarawas River with a walkable downtown, strong schools and easy I-77 access. Here's an overview of its neighborhoods and the local realtors who know them.

Neighborhoods and areas

Downtown Dover

The historic center along Factory, Third and Front streets: older two-story homes and upstairs apartments within walking distance of shops, restaurants, the library and city hall.

North end

Established tree-lined streets around Dover High School and the Reeves Victorian Home area, with a mix of early 1900s and mid-century houses close to schools and parks.

South Dover & Crater Stadium

Modest family homes on a regular street grid near Crater Stadium and the Tuscarawas River, convenient to downtown and Route 39.

Tuscarawas River corridor

Neighborhoods near the river, the Dover Dam area and city parks, popular with buyers who want trails and green space close by.

East & west edges

Newer subdivisions and larger lots toward Dover Township and along Columbia Road and Schneiders Crossing, with quick access to I-77.

Nearby communities

New Philadelphia (the county seat, just south), Dover Township, Strasburg and Sugarcreek offer small-town and rural options within a short drive.

Local realtors

Helpful links for buyers