Dayton, Nevada homes along the Carson River corridor with the high desert hills beyond

Dayton Homes for Sale

Showing 155 active listings · Updated July 1, 2026

Dayton currently has 155 active homes for sale, with a median list price of $509,000. Dayton is a fast-growing value commuter town in Lyon County, set along the Carson River about 15 minutes east of Carson City and 45 from Reno, with a median near $460,000. One of Nevada's oldest settlements, it now pairs historic character with newer master-planned subdivisions and golf at Dayton Valley — drawing commuters and families priced out of Carson City and Reno.

What Should Dayton Home Buyers Know First?

  • Dayton's median runs near $460,000 in 2026 — a value commuter town between Carson City and Reno.
  • One of Nevada's oldest settlements, now with newer master-planned subdivisions and Dayton Valley golf.
  • According to the Nevada Department of Taxation, Nevada has no state income tax and caps owner-occupied property-tax growth at 3% a year.
  • About 15 minutes east of Carson City and 45 from Reno along the US-50 / Carson River corridor.
  • Verify the exact property-tax figure for any parcel with the Lyon County Assessor.
155Active Listings
$509,000Median List Price

What Do Dayton Neighborhood Stats Show?

  • $91,221
    Median household income
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 44.8
    Median age
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 2.7
    Avg household size
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 81%
    Owner-occupied
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 20%
    College degree+
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 34%
    Households with children
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 15,873
    Population
    LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
  • 146 Wentworth Circle — Dayton
    NEWPENDING
    $364,900
    House
    Est. $2,060/mo
    2 Beds
    2 Baths
    2,602 Sq. Ft.0.10 Acres
    Built in 2006
    146 Wentworth Circle
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    The Gallery Ph 2
    View 146 Wentworth Circle, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $364,900
  • 247 Woodlake Circle — Dayton
    NEWPENDING
    $384,999
    House
    Est. $2,174/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    1,350 Sq. Ft.0.14 Acres
    Built in 1990
    247 Woodlake Circle
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Qualridge Ph 3
    View 247 Woodlake Circle, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $384,999
  • 10 Grosh Avenue — Dayton
    NEW CONSTRUCTION
    $449,900
    Manufactured
    Est. $2,540/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    1,474 Sq. Ft.0.72 Acres
    Built in 2026
    10 Grosh Avenue
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Rose Peak
    View 10 Grosh Avenue, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $449,900
  • 111 Denio Drive — Dayton
    NEWOPEN HOUSE
    $695,000
    House
    Est. $3,924/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    2,651 Sq. Ft.0.44 Acres
    Built in 2006
    111 Denio Drive
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Santa Maria Ranch Ph 1
    View 111 Denio Drive, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $695,000

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What Price Tiers of Dayton Homes Are Available?

Tier01

Entry / Starter Homes

Under $400K

Typical Areas: Old Town Dayton, established and starter homes

Specs: 2–3 BR homes on standard lots

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Tier02

Move-Up / Newer Family

$400K–$575K

Typical Areas: Dayton Valley, newer master-planned subdivisions

Specs: 3–4 BR newer homes, some with golf or river access

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Tier03

Upper / Larger & Acreage

$575K+

Typical Areas: River-corridor and hillside lots, acreage parcels

Specs: Larger homes, view lots, and homes with land

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Price bands reflect active NNRMLS listings, 2026. The live count and median above update directly from the MLS feed.

Why Buy Homes for Sale in Dayton?

Dayton is the Carson River value commuter town — newer homes and golf below Carson City and Reno pricing, 15 minutes from the capital, with Nevada's zero income tax.

  • Dayton prices below Carson City and Reno for comparable homes, making it a value commuter base in the heart of the Carson River corridor.
  • Newer master-planned subdivisions and Dayton Valley golf offer modern homes and amenities alongside the town's historic core.
  • No state income tax and low Lyon County property-tax rates keep ownership costs minimal on affordable stock.
  • A central location — about 15 minutes to Carson City, 45 to Reno, and an easy reach to Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.

Why Are People Moving to Dayton?

The number-one driver is value with a central location. Dayton prices below Carson City and Reno for comparable homes, yet sits right between them on the US-50 / Carson River corridor — about 15 minutes to the capital and 45 to Reno. For commuters and families priced out of those markets, Dayton is the value answer, with newer master-planned subdivisions and Dayton Valley golf adding modern amenities. See our Reno relocation guide for the broader regional move.

Taxes and growth reinforce it. According to the Nevada Department of Taxation, Nevada levies no state income tax, and Lyon County property-tax rates are low — keeping carrying costs minimal on affordable stock. Dayton has been one of the corridor's steady-growth communities, with expanding retail and services following the rooftops.

And the character is real. As one of Nevada's oldest settlements, Dayton keeps a historic Old Town alongside its new subdivisions, plus easy reach to Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, and the Carson River for recreation — a Northern Nevada town with roots, not just sprawl.

How Do You Buy a Home in Dayton?

Step one is financing: get a lender pre-approval before you tour — and if you are weighing new construction in Dayton Valley, line up financing that lets you compare builder incentives against resale. Step two is defining your fit — an Old Town starter home, a newer master-planned home, or a larger river-corridor property — and setting an instant alert, since value homes move quickly.

Step three is the offer and due diligence: on new builds review the builder contract and warranty (we negotiate these); on resale budget for inspection and confirm HOA dues; on acreage verify well, septic, and water. Step four is escrow — Nevada uses a roughly 30-to-45-day close (longer for to-be-built homes) with title/escrow, inspection, appraisal, and final walkthrough. Step five is closing and keys. We represent buyers across Dayton and the Carson River corridor — call (775) 277-2120 to start.

What Makes Dayton Different?

Dayton blends Nevada history with new growth — one of the state's oldest settlements, now a value commuter town along the Carson River with master-planned subdivisions and golf.

Dayton, Nevada — what sets it apart.
FeatureDetail
CountyLyon County (Northern Nevada — NNRMLS)
HistoryOne of Nevada's oldest settlements, on the Carson River
HousingHistoric Old Town + newer master plans (Dayton Valley golf)
ValueGenerally prices below Carson City and Reno
Access≈ 15 min to Carson City; ≈ 45 min to Reno via US-50
TaxesNo state income tax; low Lyon County property-tax rates

Tax facts per the Nevada Department of Taxation. Market data per the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS. Verify parcel taxes with the Lyon County Assessor.

What Dayton Homes Just Listed Recently?

These are the newest Dayton listings on the NNRMLS feed, pulled live. Dayton is a fast-growing value commuter town between Carson City and Reno, so well-priced homes move quickly. See all just-listed Dayton homes or call (775) 277-2120 for instant alerts.

71Homes Sold (90 Days)
$458,000Median Sold Price
56Median Days on Market
Sold-market context above is pulled live from NNRMLS closed-sale aggregates (trailing 90 days). For the regional benchmark, see the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS.
  • 146 Wentworth Circle — Dayton
    NEWPENDING
    $364,900
    House
    Est. $2,060/mo
    2 Beds
    2 Baths
    2,602 Sq. Ft.0.10 Acres
    Built in 2006
    146 Wentworth Circle
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    The Gallery Ph 2
    View 146 Wentworth Circle, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $364,900
  • 247 Woodlake Circle — Dayton
    NEWPENDING
    $384,999
    House
    Est. $2,174/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    1,350 Sq. Ft.0.14 Acres
    Built in 1990
    247 Woodlake Circle
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Qualridge Ph 3
    View 247 Woodlake Circle, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $384,999
  • 10 Grosh Avenue — Dayton
    NEW CONSTRUCTION
    $449,900
    Manufactured
    Est. $2,540/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    1,474 Sq. Ft.0.72 Acres
    Built in 2026
    10 Grosh Avenue
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Rose Peak
    View 10 Grosh Avenue, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $449,900
  • 111 Denio Drive — Dayton
    NEWOPEN HOUSE
    $695,000
    House
    Est. $3,924/mo
    3 Beds
    2 Baths
    2,651 Sq. Ft.0.44 Acres
    Built in 2006
    111 Denio Drive
    Dayton, NV, 89403
    Santa Maria Ranch Ph 1
    View 111 Denio Drive, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $695,000

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How Much Will a Dayton Home Cost You?

Run the numbers before you tour. Estimate your monthly payment (principal, interest, an estimated Lyon County tax, and insurance), see what your income supports, and budget your move — all updated live as you adjust the sliders. These are planning estimates, not a loan offer; verify the exact tax with the Lyon County Assessor and terms with your lender.

Loan Details

Home Price$460,000
$100K$2M
Down Payment20% ($92,000)
3%50%
Interest Rate6.5%
3.0%12.0%
Loan Term

Monthly Breakdown

30-year fixed at 6.5% APR · Dayton (Lyon County)

Principal & Interest$2,326/mo
Est. Property Tax (~0.65%/yr)$249/mo
Est. Insurance (~0.5%/yr)$192/mo
Total Est. Monthly (PITI)$2,767/mo
Loan Amount$368,000
Total Interest (30 yr)$469,364

Calculators provide estimates for planning only and are not a loan offer, pre-approval, or guarantee of terms. Property tax (~0.65%) and insurance (~0.5%) are estimates; verify rates with your lender and the Lyon County Assessor.

How Do You Reach a Local Dayton Specialist?

Call (775) 277-2120 or email info@nevadagroup.com. Nevada Real Estate Group · 1755 E Plumb Ln #241, Reno, NV 89502 · Nevada license S.181401.

Where Else Can You Browse Dayton Listings?

Dayton homes for sale are organized below by price — pick the path that matches how you shop, or open the Reno-Tahoe MLS map search to draw your own area and set instant alerts.

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Dayton FAQ — 8 Answers

What Do Dayton Buyers Most Frequently Ask?

Most Asked

How many homes are for sale in Dayton right now?

Live Dayton inventory is shown above, updated directly from the NNRMLS feed. Dayton spans historic Old Town homes and newer master-planned subdivisions. Set a saved search and we will alert you the moment a home matching your criteria lists.

What is the median home price in Dayton?

The Dayton median runs near $460,000 in 2026 — a value step below Carson City and Reno. Old Town starter homes price lower; newer Dayton Valley and golf-adjacent homes price higher. The live median above reflects today's active NNRMLS inventory.

Is Dayton a good commuter town?

Yes — Dayton sits about 15 minutes east of Carson City and 45 from Reno on US-50, making it a popular value base for commuters to the capital, the Reno metro, and the industrial corridor, with home prices below both major markets.

What is Dayton Valley?

Dayton Valley is the newer master-planned side of Dayton, anchored by the Dayton Valley golf course and modern subdivisions. It is where most of the town's newer family homes are, complementing the historic Old Town core along the Carson River.

What are Dayton property taxes?

Dayton is in Lyon County, where the effective property-tax rate is among the lowest in the West — generally in the 0.6%–0.7% range, varying by parcel. Nevada caps annual increases on owner-occupied homes at 3% and has no state income tax. Verify the exact figure with the Lyon County Assessor.

How far is Dayton from Carson City and Reno?

Carson City is about 15 minutes west and Reno about 45 minutes northwest via US-50 and the corridor. Lake Tahoe and Virginia City are also within easy reach, giving Dayton buyers recreation and services without big-city or resort pricing.

How long does it take to close on a Dayton home?

A typical financed resale closes in about 30 to 45 days from accepted offer; to-be-built new construction runs on the builder's timeline. Cash purchases can close in as little as two weeks. We manage every deadline so nothing slips.

Do I need a Realtor to buy a home in Dayton?

You are not legally required to, but it is strongly advisable — especially with new construction, where the builder's agent represents the builder, not you. Buyer representation is typically paid by the seller, so it usually costs the buyer nothing. Nevada Real Estate Group is the #1 team in Nevada; call (775) 277-2120.

Updated July 1, 2026

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