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Homes for Sale in Uhrichsville & Dennison, Ohio
Uhrichsville and Dennison sit right next to each other in eastern Tuscarawas County, and most people around here just call them the Twin Cities. Railroad history, clay-industry history, and a lot of house for the money. Here’s my honest take on buying here.
LIVING IN THE TWIN CITIES
What It’s Like to Live in Uhrichsville & Dennison
Uhrichsville is a small city and Dennison is a village, but the line between them is easy to miss when you drive through. They share one school district, Claymont City Schools, and people shop, work, and go to ball games on both sides of the line.
Both towns grew up on industry. Dennison was built around the Pennsylvania Railroad shops and yards, and Uhrichsville was known for clay sewer pipe and brick. That history shows in the housing: lots of solid older homes on small, walkable lots, built for the people who worked in those yards and plants.
New Philadelphia is only about 9 miles west on U.S. 36, so a lot of people live in the Twin Cities and work in the New Phila and Dover area.
Uhrichsville & Dennison at a Glance
5,272
Uhrichsville residents
2020 Census count
2,709
Dennison residents
2020 Census count
Claymont
School district
Claymont City Schools
~12 min
To New Philadelphia
About 9 miles on U.S. 36
Population figures are 2020 Census counts from the U.S. Census Bureau. Drive times are approximate and depend on route, traffic, and weather.
Uhrichsville & Dennison Market Snapshot
Latest numbers coming soon. Call Matthias for a free price check.
Call or text 740-610-8725 and I’ll pull current sales for the exact street or home you’re curious about.
For county-wide numbers, see my Tuscarawas Market Update.
Neighborhoods and Housing in Uhrichsville & Dennison
Most of the housing stock in both towns is older. Expect a lot of two-story frame homes from the early 1900s, plus some brick, on grid streets close to the downtown areas. Newer ranches and some larger lots show up as you get out toward Union and Mill townships and the surrounding hills.
Big Stillwater Creek runs through the area, so some lower streets sit closer to the water than others. Pull the FEMA flood map for any address before you write an offer.
Older homes near downtown
Character and a lower price per square foot than a lot of the county. Budget for the usual older-home items: roof, wiring, plumbing, and the sewer line.
Ranches and newer builds
Fewer of them, and they tend to go quickly when they’re priced right. One-floor living is in demand with buyers who are downsizing.
Hillside and township property
More land and more privacy. Check for well and septic, driveway access in winter, and any old mining history on the parcel.
Schools and Getting Around
Schools
Both towns are served by Claymont City Schools. The district was formed in 1965 when the Uhrichsville, Dennison, and nearby township schools combined, and its name comes from the local clay industry.
Buckeye Career Center and Kent State University at Tuscarawas are both in the New Philadelphia area, about 15 minutes away.
District lines don’t always match the mailing address, so if schools matter to you, confirm the district for the exact property before you buy.
Commute and distances
U.S. 36 runs right through Uhrichsville. Its eastern end is here, and heading west it takes you to New Philadelphia and I-77 in about 12 to 15 minutes.
Canton is roughly 40 to 45 minutes north, and Cambridge is about 45 minutes south. Tappan Lake in Harrison County is about half an hour east.
Local Highlights
Twin Cities spots I send visitors to:
Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
The 1873 depot is a National Historic Landmark. During World War II, volunteers at its Salvation Army canteen served about 1.3 million service members, and soldiers nicknamed the town “Dreamsville, USA.” Visit the museum.
Clay Capital Heritage
The Twin Cities were once called the “Clay Capital of the World.” A new Clay Capital Heritage Center is being finished in the old H.L. Green building on Main Street in Uhrichsville, and Superior Clay still operates locally.
Tappan Lake
About half an hour east in Harrison County, Tappan Lake is the closest big lake for boating, fishing, and camping. A nice bonus if you like being outdoors on the weekends.
Buyer Tips for Uhrichsville & Dennison
Get a sewer scope
With older homes, a sewer line camera inspection is cheap compared to what it can find. I recommend it on almost every older house here.
Check the flood map
Homes near Big Stillwater Creek or other low spots can be in a flood zone, which affects insurance. Look before you offer.
Compare taxes by address
Uhrichsville, Dennison, and the surrounding townships have different levies, so similar homes can have different tax bills. The Tuscarawas County Auditor’s site shows taxes for each parcel.
Before you write an offer, read Top Homebuyer Mistakes in Ohio (and How to Avoid Them) and my Complete Guide to Buying a Home in Tuscarawas & Coshocton Counties. Thinking of selling instead? Grab my free home seller’s guide.
Uhrichsville & Dennison Home Buying FAQ
Are Uhrichsville and Dennison the same town?
No. Uhrichsville is a city and Dennison is a village, and each has its own government. They sit side by side, share Claymont City Schools, and are often called the Twin Cities.
How many people live in Uhrichsville and Dennison?
The 2020 Census counted 5,272 residents in Uhrichsville and 2,709 in Dennison.
What school district serves Uhrichsville and Dennison?
Claymont City Schools serves both towns. Always confirm the district for a specific address.
How far are the Twin Cities from New Philadelphia?
About 9 miles, or roughly 12 to 15 minutes by car on U.S. 36.
What are homes selling for in Uhrichsville and Dennison?
Prices change with the market, so call or text Matthias Sterzer at 740-610-8725 for a free, current price check on any home or street.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Uhrichsville or Dennison?
Call or text Matthias Sterzer with Kaufman Realty & Auctions at 740-610-8725. Our office is in New Philadelphia, about 15 minutes away.
Keep Reading
See also: New Philadelphia homes for sale · Dover homes for sale · Newcomerstown homes for sale · All Tuscarawas County towns
Looking at Homes in Uhrichsville & Dennison?
I’m Matthias Sterzer, The German REALTOR® with Kaufman Realty & Auctions. I’ll walk Twin Cities streets with you, point out what I’d check on each older house, and tell you honestly if one isn’t worth it.
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Photo credits: Dennison Railroad Depot: Bwsmith84, CC BY 3.0; Uhrichsville Clay Museum: Roseohioresident, CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikimedia Commons photos cropped and resized. All other photos are from The German Realtor Team’s own media library.