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Dayton, NV

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A great small town for outdoor enthusiasts and more!

Suburban • Scenic • Mountain Views • Riverside • Historic • Quaint •

Situated about 11 miles northeast of Carson City, Dayton is a charming small town boasting expansive swaths of open space with rugged mountain views. In addition to a friendly community that defines small-town living, Dayton residents enjoy an array of outdoor activities and suburban delights.

The Carson River flows through the area, affording plenty of opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Locals flock to Dayton Valley Golf Course to work on their golf swings as well as Dayton State Park for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors.

Diverse eateries, cafes, and historical attractions contribute to Dayton’s suburban feel. Nearby destinations like Carson City, Reno, and Lake Tahoe are all just a short drive away from Dayton, providing all kinds of big-city amenities and even more options for basking in nature.

Transportation

15

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

32

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Riverview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

413 Students

4
out of 10

Dayton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

434 Students

3
out of 10

Sutro Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

399 Students

3
out of 10

Dayton Intermediate School

Public

Grades 7-8

376 Students

5
out of 10

Dayton High School

Public

Grades 9-12

748 Students

5
out of 10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Dayton State Park
  • Virginia & Truckee Railroad

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Reno/Tahoe International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Dayton

508 Occidental Dr

508 Occidental Dr

508 Occidental Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

$720 | 1 Bed

410 Valley Cir

410 Valley Cir

410 Valley Cir,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,748 | 2 Beds

137 Palmer Dr

137 Palmer Dr

137 Palmer Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,500 | 3 Beds

932 Lakeview Dr

932 Lakeview Dr

932 Lakeview Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

$2,975 | 3 Beds

410 Valley Cir

410 Valley Cir

410 Valley Cir,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,748 | 2 Beds

546 Rawe Peak Dr

546 Rawe Peak Dr

546 Rawe Peak Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

$2,300 | 3 Beds

119 Justin Ln

119 Justin Ln

119 Justin Ln,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,200 | 1 Bed

215 Meadowood Ct

215 Meadowood Ct

215 Meadowood Ct,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,600 | 3 Beds

401 Valley Cir

401 Valley Cir

401 Valley Cir,
Dayton, NV 89403

$1,600 | 3 Beds

Houses for Rent in Dayton

508 Occidental Dr

508 Occidental Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $720

932 Lakeview Dr

932 Lakeview Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | $2,975

546 Rawe Peak Dr

546 Rawe Peak Dr,
Dayton, NV 89403

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,300

215 Meadowood Ct

215 Meadowood Ct,
Dayton, NV 89403

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | $1,600

2477 S Lompa Ln

2477 S Lompa Ln,
Carson City, NV 89701

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $5,500

2296 Rio Lobo Ln

2296 Rio Lobo Ln,
Reno, NV 89521

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $4,500

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Living in Dayton

History

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Dayton Ghost Town features several of Dayton’s original buildings, which date from the 1800s and are open for tours. These include the Fox Hotel, the Union Hotel, the Odeon Hall & Saloon, and the Butcher Block among others. It also features an original 1800s cemetery. As the first settlement in Nevada, the city features a rich historical past which can still be seen in many of its original architecture.

Restaurants

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In addition to the restaurants located inside local casinos like the Carson Plains Casino, Dayton is also home to a variety of other restaurants and eateries. With the cultural diversity of the city, a number of different types of establishments are available. The city features Mexican food, Chinese Food, American restaurants, Bistros, fast food chains, and cafes. Some of the more popular restaurants in Dayton include Las Reina’s Mexican Restaurant, J’s Bistro, Chopsticks, and The Branding Iron Café & Steakhouse. With so many different places to eat, residents can enjoy a different cuisine every night of the week.

Parks

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Dayton State Park offers abundant bird watching opportunities as well as fishing in the Carson River which flows through the park. It also features the Rock Point Mill which was built in 1861 and was once used to help remove silver from Virginia City. The park also offers camping, group facilities, and picnic areas.

Dayton Valley Golf Club, an 18-hole golf course, features lakes on 10 of its 18 holes and is home to a PGA Tour Qualifier. The surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains offer a picturesque backdrop for a game of golf.

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.