Property Overview -
A truly one-of-a-kind commercial property located in the heart of Downtown Dayton’s Theater District. Formerly home to the International Peace Museum, 208 W Monument Ave offers more than 5,000 SF of renovated, flexible-use interior space across three levels. The property is ideally configured for professional office use, creative agency workspace, educational or nonprofit programming, counseling and wellness services, or a live/work professional configuration. Its architectural character and brand presence deliver a level of atmosphere and identity rarely available in today’s office market.
Highlights
5,000+ SF of usable space over three finished floors
Multiple private offices, meeting rooms, collaboration areas & open workspace
Original historic elements: hardwood millwork, arched windows, architectural wood trim, and a dramatic three-story curved staircase
Heated and cooled four-car garage, suitable for secure fleet parking, a workshop, studio use or high-value storage
Private fenced courtyard and outdoor deck with ADA accessibility ramp
Updated restrooms on multiple floors and wet bar in private office suite
Excellent location surrounded by arts, cultural venues, dining, entertainment and the Great Miami Riverfront
Ideal Uses
• Law Firm / Professional Practice
• Creative / Marketing / Advertising / Media Agency
• Architecture, Planning, Engineering, or Design Office
• Counseling, Therapy, Coaching, or Wellness Practice
• Tutoring Center, Education/Training Organization, or Nonprofit Headquarters
• Owner-occupant Live/Work configuration
Location
Set within Dayton’s dynamic arts and cultural district, the property sits just steps from the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, and the RiverScape MetroPark riverfront trail system. This walkable urban pocket continues to experience reinvestment and improvement, offering visibility, culture, workforce access, and connectivity to the broader downtown core. Restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and corporate offices are all within a short walk.
Property Details - This historic three-story structure offers a flexible interior layout that supports both private office needs and open, collaborative work environments. The building features a combination of enclosed offices, meeting rooms, breakout spaces, and larger multi-functional rooms that can serve as conference, training, or client presentation areas. Architectural highlights include original hardwood floors, detailed millwork, tall ceilings, floor-to-ceiling arched windows, and a signature curved staircase that serves as the visual focal point of the interior.
The property features multiple updated restrooms, a kitchenette area, and a discreet private office suite accessed through a hidden bookcase door, complete with wet bar — ideal for executive use, private consultations, or studio/creative space.
Outside, a fenced courtyard and large composite deck expand the usable environment for gatherings, team events, or quiet breakout space. A heated and cooled four-car garage, accessed directly from the courtyard, provides rare secure parking or workshop/studio utility — a significant advantage in the downtown market.
The building offers ADA accessibility via an exterior ramp and includes modernized mechanical and building systems while preserving its authentic architectural character.
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