Belmore Ohio DETAILS & HIGHLIGHTS

■ Belmore was founded in 1862 as Montgomeryville, later renamed for its post office.

■ A railroad town with a mill, stores, and a school, it once had 450 residents.

■ The post office closed in 1964, marking the end of its active era.

Belmore Review Belmore began as Montgomeryville in 1862, established by the Montgomery family, and quickly became a small but bustling community after the arrival of the Cincinnati, Hamilton, & Dayton Railroad. The town was renamed Belmore in 1868 to match its post office, which operated until 1964.

At its peak in the 1880s, Belmore featured a mill, hotel, grocery stores, and a school, serving as a local hub for farming and trade. Though the railroad station and post office have since closed, Belmore remains a notable example of a semi-ghost town with a rich history rooted in agriculture and industry.

Belmore, Ohio is located in Putnam County. Follow the link below for the most up to date information for Belmore, Ohio.

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