NEW
$625,000
HouseEst. $3,529/mo
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,553 Sq. Ft.0.28 Acres
Built in 2016
130 Hood Drive
Dayton, NV, 89403
Riverpark Ph 4-2
Dayton Homes for Sale
Showing 164 active listings · Listings updated September 26, 2026
By Chris Nevada · Nevada Real Estate Group · 16+ years in Nevada real estate · License S.181401 · Veteran-owned (16-year U.S. Navy) · RealTrends Verified #1 in Nevada
Last reviewed: by Chris Nevada
Dayton currently has 164 active homes for sale, with a median list price of $499,925 and an average of 67 days on market. 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.
164Active Listings
$499,925Median List Price
67Avg Days on Market
What Do Dayton Neighborhood Stats Show?
- $91,221Median household incomeLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 44.8Median ageLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 2.7Avg household sizeLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 81%Owner-occupiedLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 20%College degree+LiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 34%Households with childrenLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- 15,873PopulationLiveBy / American Census Survey 2023
- View 130 Hood Drive, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $625,000
NEWView 151 Snow Lane, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $650,000$650,000HouseEst. $3,670/mo5 Beds3 Baths2,754 Sq. Ft.0.28 AcresBuilt in 2020151 Snow LaneDayton, NV, 89403Copper Canyon Estates Ph 2B
NEWView 198 Shady Grove Lane, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $575,000$575,000HouseEst. $3,247/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,420 Sq. Ft.0.28 AcresBuilt in 2005198 Shady Grove LaneDayton, NV, 89403Blue Stone Estates Ph 4
NEW CONSTRUCTIONView 627 Fraser Loop, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $519,990$519,990HouseEst. $2,936/mo4 Beds3 Baths1,898 Sq. Ft.0.36 AcresBuilt in 2026627 Fraser LoopDayton, NV, 89403
NEW CONSTRUCTIONView 618 Fraser Loop, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $566,990$566,990HouseEst. $3,201/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,425 Sq. Ft.0.30 AcresBuilt in 2026618 Fraser LoopDayton, NV, 89403
NEWView 220 Mark Twain Avenue, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $535,000$535,000ManufacturedEst. $3,021/mo4 Beds3.5 Baths2,221 Sq. Ft.3.50 AcresBuilt in 2017220 Mark Twain AvenueDayton, NV, 89403Mark Twain Estates Ph 2
What Price Tiers of Dayton Homes Are Available?
Tier1
Entry / Starter Homes
Under $400K
Typical Areas: Old Town Dayton, established and starter homes
Specs: 2–3 BR homes on standard lots
View →Tier2
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
View →Tier3
Upper / Larger & Acreage
$575K+
Typical Areas: River-corridor and hillside lots, acreage parcels
Specs: Larger homes, view lots, and homes with land
View →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.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| County | Lyon County (Northern Nevada — NNRMLS) |
| History | One of Nevada's oldest settlements, on the Carson River |
| Housing | Historic Old Town + newer master plans (Dayton Valley golf) |
| Value | Generally prices below Carson City and Reno |
| Access | ≈ 15 min to Carson City; ≈ 45 min to Reno via US-50 |
| Taxes | No 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.
57Homes Sold (90 Days)
$469,990Median Sold Price
50Median 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.
- NEWView 130 Hood Drive, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $625,000$625,000HouseEst. $3,529/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,553 Sq. Ft.0.28 AcresBuilt in 2016130 Hood DriveDayton, NV, 89403Riverpark Ph 4-2
- NEWView 151 Snow Lane, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $650,000$650,000HouseEst. $3,670/mo5 Beds3 Baths2,754 Sq. Ft.0.28 AcresBuilt in 2020151 Snow LaneDayton, NV, 89403Copper Canyon Estates Ph 2B
- NEWView 198 Shady Grove Lane, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $575,000$575,000HouseEst. $3,247/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,420 Sq. Ft.0.28 AcresBuilt in 2005198 Shady Grove LaneDayton, NV, 89403Blue Stone Estates Ph 4
- NEW CONSTRUCTIONView 627 Fraser Loop, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $519,990$519,990HouseEst. $2,936/mo4 Beds3 Baths1,898 Sq. Ft.0.36 AcresBuilt in 2026627 Fraser LoopDayton, NV, 89403
- NEW CONSTRUCTIONView 618 Fraser Loop, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $566,990$566,990HouseEst. $3,201/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,425 Sq. Ft.0.30 AcresBuilt in 2026618 Fraser LoopDayton, NV, 89403
- NEWView 220 Mark Twain Avenue, Dayton, NV, 89403 — $535,000$535,000ManufacturedEst. $3,021/mo4 Beds3.5 Baths2,221 Sq. Ft.3.50 AcresBuilt in 2017220 Mark Twain AvenueDayton, NV, 89403Mark Twain Estates Ph 2
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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?
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Dayton FAQ — 8 Answers
What Do Dayton Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedHow 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 September 26, 2026
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