Dayton NV
REALTOR® in Dayton, Nevada
Nevada's oldest town — settled 1851. Lyon County's fastest-moving market: 25-day contracts, 99.1% of list. Median ~$420K, 15 miles east of Carson City.
~$420K
Median Home Price
Q1 2026
25 days
Days to Contract
Lyon County's fastest
99.1%
List Price Received
Q1 2026
1851
Nevada's Oldest Town
Settled May 1851
15 mi
to Carson City
via US-50
0%
NV Income Tax
vs up to 13.3% CA
Why Dayton stands apart
Nevada's first gold discovery
Gold was found in Gold Canyon in 1849 — a decade before the Comstock Lode. Dayton is the oldest permanent settlement in Nevada, part of the Comstock National Historic District.
The Misfits — 1961
Dayton was the filming location for The Misfits, the final film of both Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. Old Town Dayton sits along what was the Overland Trail.
Lyon County's fastest market
25-day contracts and 99.1% of list price — the fastest-moving market in the region. Serious buyers act here and sellers price honestly.
Anna closed here
594 Pine Creek Circle — sold at $565,000. 4 bed, 2 bath, 2,204 sqft. Anna knows Dayton street by street.
Dayton NV — common questions
What is the median home price in Dayton NV?
Dayton's median home price is approximately $420,000, with Lyon County (which includes Dayton) recording a $410,000 median in Q1 2026, up from $402,000. Dayton is Lyon County's fastest-moving market — homes go to contract in 25 days at 99.1% of list price. Source: Sierra Nevada Realtors Q1 2026 Report.
Is Dayton NV a good place to live?
Dayton is Nevada's oldest permanent settlement, founded May 1851 — gold was discovered here in 1849, a full decade before the famous 1859 Comstock Lode. It sits 15 miles east of Carson City via US-50, with access to the Carson River, Dayton State Park, and the Comstock National Historic District. It's quiet, historic, and significantly more affordable than Reno or Sparks.
How long is the commute from Dayton to Reno?
The commute from Dayton to Reno takes approximately 45–55 minutes via US-50 and US-395. Dayton is 15 miles east of Carson City and roughly 45 miles from Reno. It attracts buyers seeking lower prices and larger lots while maintaining I-80 corridor access.
What schools serve Dayton NV?
Dayton is served by Lyon County School District. Schools include Dayton Elementary (~508 students), Sutro Elementary (~430), Riverview Elementary (~450), Dayton Intermediate, and Dayton High School.
What is the history of Dayton NV?
Dayton is Nevada's oldest town — gold was first discovered in Nevada in the summer of 1849 at Gold Canyon's mouth in present-day Old Town Dayton, a full decade before the Comstock Lode. It was officially settled in May 1851. Pike Street in Old Town was formerly the Overland Trail. In 1961, Dayton served as the filming location for The Misfits — the final film of both Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. It is part of the Comstock National Historic District.
Does Anna Rozalska serve Dayton NV?
Yes. Anna holds Nevada license #S.0177228 at BHGRE Drakulich Realty and serves all of Lyon County including Dayton. She closed a home at 594 Pine Creek Circle in Dayton at $565,000 — a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2,204 sqft property.
Talk to Anna about Dayton
Anna has closed deals in Dayton and knows Lyon County's market. Get a straight answer on pricing and timing.
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