Dayton
Room to spread out, great value
The quick answer
Dayton is a township, part of Fremont Public School District. Homes here typically sell for around $318,000.
5 homes for sale·Median $318K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 5.8/10
The rolling acreage here—lots that stretch to nearly two acres on average—gives the whole township a spacious, unhurried feel that you notice the moment you slow down off the highway. Dayton sits in Newaygo County, about 73 minutes north of downtown Grand Rapids, and it's the kind of place where you're genuinely surrounded by land; homes run around $386K, and that buys you room to breathe. What makes daily life work is how much is actually close by—a grocery store, a coffee shop, and a restaurant are all within steps, and there are a dozen more dining options and several other grocers clustered within a mile, so you're not sacrificing access for space. The Garden Park sits just over a mile away if you want to get outside without leaving the township. Kids here attend schools in the Fremont Public School District, and the township's mix of rural character with convenient shopping and food keeps things grounded and real—no pretension, just a working landscape with the stuff you actually need nearby.
Why people love it here
1.7 acre avg lots
- 8 homes
$79K median household income
- $318K median · 10 sales in last 12mo
Fremont High School
- High — 2.6 mi away
- Fremont
- 4 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Dayton
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,155/mo
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10 homes sold in Dayton this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Income
$79K
Household
Median Sale Price
$318K
10 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$975/mo
$900 – $1,075 · estimated range
Parcels
8
3 residential
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Fremont Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Moon Dance Cafe
+1 more
Starbucks
The Garden Park
+1 more
Playground in Beebe's Add. Area
Clarks Lake
+1 more
Beach in Cottage Grove
Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail
Dog Park in Ephraim Misner's Add.
Town and Country Path
Tamarac
Walgreens
Fremont Area District Library
Fremont Cinemas
To buy a median-priced Dayton home (around $317,500) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $52k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,956 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Dayton household earns $79,167 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $502,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,956/mo | $52,168 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,279/mo | $60,784 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,388/mo | $63,681 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price and median property taxes, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
1 parcel
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$9K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$650K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Dayton, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$863/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,296 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; private wells typical.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic typical.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents arrange private trash haulers.
Fremont Fire Department (contract)
Fremont FD covers City + parts of 5 surrounding townships incl. Dayton area.
Source: bsaonline.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Dayton are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Median Income
$79K
Home Value (Census)
$212K
Expected Rent
$975/mo
$900 – $1,075 · estimated range
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
The Garden Park
1.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fremont Lake
1.1 mi
🛒 Grocery(4)
Grocery Store
Bill's Shop N Save
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(5)
🏫 Schools(18)
Packard School
Pathfinder Elementary School
School
Waters School
Cedar Street School
Christian Junior High School
School
+13 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(1)
Town and Country Path
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
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Living in Dayton: the details
Is Dayton a good place to live?
Dayton is a strong fit if you want room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Fremont Public School District. Homes here typically sell for around $318,000.
What does it cost to live in Dayton?
Homes in Dayton sell for a median of about $318,000. There are 5 homes for sale here right now and 10 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Dayton
- What do homes cost in Dayton?
- The median home value in Dayton is about $317,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Dayton housing market?
- there are 5 homes for sale in Dayton right now, and 10 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Dayton?
- Dayton is served by Fremont Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fremont High School (8/10).
- Is Dayton walkable?
- Dayton scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
