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Eviction in Greene County, Ohio

Where eviction cases are filed in Greene County, what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Greene County

Eviction court
Xenia Municipal Court and Fairborn Municipal Court — Municipal court Court page
Filing fee
Fairborn Municipal Court: $140 forcible entry and detainer, first cause only; $150 for two causes (each includes bailiff and regular-mail service for up to three defendants; $20 each additional defendant; certified mail $30 per defendant). Praecipe for writ of restitution: $60. Fairborn Municipal Court - Civil & Small Claims Filing Fees (rev. 2025-11-24)
Notice before filing (state law)
3-day written notice to leave the premises before filing an eviction (forcible entry and detainer) action. The residential notice must conspicuously state: "You are being asked to leave the premises. If you do not leave, an eviction action may be initiated against you. If you are in doubt regarding your legal rights and obligations as a tenant, it is recommended that you seek legal assistance." Ohio rules
Renter households
21,818 (32% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Greene County

Eviction cases in Greene County are heard by the Xenia Municipal Court and Fairborn Municipal Court (Municipal court).

Court eviction page

File in the municipal court for the area where the property is. Fairborn Municipal Court covers Fairborn, Bath Township, Beavercreek and Beavercreek Township (937-754-3040; Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.). Xenia Municipal Court covers the cities of Xenia and Bellbrook; the villages of Yellow Springs, Cedarville, Jamestown, Spring Valley and Bowersville; and Sugarcreek, Xenia, Cedarville, New Jasper, Silvercreek, Caesarcreek, Miami, Jefferson, Ross and Spring Valley townships (937-376-7294). Both courts hear civil claims up to $15,000.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Greene County

Fairborn Municipal Court: $140 forcible entry and detainer, first cause only; $150 for two causes (each includes bailiff and regular-mail service for up to three defendants; $20 each additional defendant; certified mail $30 per defendant). Praecipe for writ of restitution: $60.

Applies to Fairborn Municipal Court only. Xenia Municipal Court's eviction filing deposit was not confirmed. Fairborn accepts cash, check, credit card or money order.

Source: Fairborn Municipal Court - Civil & Small Claims Filing Fees (rev. 2025-11-24)

The Ohio eviction process

Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Greene County:

  1. Serve 3-day notice to leave the premises (§ 1923.04), after any required 30-day lease-violation or termination notice
  2. File forcible entry and detainer complaint in municipal or county court (§ 1923.01)
  3. Clerk serves summons by ordinary mail plus personal service/posting or certified mail at least 7 days before trial (§ 1923.06)
  4. Hearing no sooner than the 7th day after service is complete; judgment for restitution of premises
  5. Writ of execution issued; officer must execute within 10 days of receiving it (§ 1923.14)
  6. Removal by sheriff, police officer, constable or bailiff

Full Ohio eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Greene County

Median gross rent in Greene County: $1,135/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; evictions follow Ohio Rev. Code ch. 1923 and 5321.

Other Ohio counties

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Greene County?
Eviction cases in Greene County are filed with the Xenia Municipal Court and Fairborn Municipal Court.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Greene County?
Fairborn Municipal Court: $140 forcible entry and detainer, first cause only; $150 for two causes (each includes bailiff and regular-mail service for up to three defendants; $20 each additional defendant; certified mail $30 per defendant). Praecipe for writ of restitution: $60.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.