Our Story

Built From The Ground Up

JMS Properties was founded with one goal: to give University of Dayton students a better place to live. Not a patched-together rental with outdated fixtures and forgotten maintenance requests. A real home, built new, designed for the way students actually live.

Behind JMS is over 30 years of custom home construction experience in the Dayton region. That same craftsmanship, premium materials, and honest workmanship goes into every JMS property. When you rent from JMS, you are living in a home built with the same care as any custom home in the area.

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By the numbers

Experience you can see in every detail

30+
Years of construction experience
100%
Brand new construction
5-bed
Custom homes near UD campus
Our Philosophy

Quality is not optional

We use the same materials and the same standards on every home we build, whether it is a custom family residence or a student rental near campus. Granite countertops, waterproof LVP flooring, solid core doors, modern appliances. Nothing is an afterthought.

Students deserve a home that works. That is why JMS covers water and internet, furnishes every bedroom, and makes move-in as simple as possible.

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Our vision

What Sets Us Apart

With over 30 years in the industry, we bring expertise, care, and a standard of quality that no ordinary landlord can match.

Brand New Construction

Every JMS home is newly built with custom home-inspired quality granite countertops, LVP waterproof flooring, solid core doors, and full modern appliances. Not a renovation. Not a fixer-upper.

Close to UD Campus

Our properties are hand-selected for proximity to the University of Dayton. Walk or bike to class, reach campus dining, and stay connected to the Flyer community, all without a car.

Responsive Management

Our team is local, reachable, and genuinely invested in every student's experience. When something needs attention, we're on it, from first inquiry all the way through move-out.

Simple Leasing

We walk you through every step, from the tour to the lease signing. Plain language contracts, clear pricing, and no surprises from your first visit to move-in day.You said: is this true tho?

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off campus house?

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Open Hours

Monday-Friday: 11.00AM-8.00PM

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