A visit to Dayton, Minnesota will reveal the tranquility and peace that are typical of all small town. It is about 30 square miles with a population close to 5,000. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, was constructed in 1904 on the highest hill in the area and can be seen for miles. The size of the city and the fact that it has a small population seems to appeal to a lot of people who are trying to escape the noise and clamor of the city.
The city has many parks that are well-maintained and offer great facilities for sports, leisure and relaxation. Kids can enjoy the playground equipment while adults explore the walking trails in the parks. Each park also has grills, park benches and tables for family picnics and clear open spaces for everyone to enjoy. Parks like McNeil Park and Goodin Park are a fun way to spend weekends. Cloquet Overlook Park overlooks the Mississippi River, something that makes it a favorite among families. Central Park and Brianna Scurry Park have soccer fields, ball fields and an ice hockey rink. Currently, some new parks are also under development in Dayton. The City of Dayton together with its neighbor Champlin provides a Community Recreation & Athletic program for residents in the area.
In an unusual effort to make local, senior citizens feel useful, the City of Dayton employs seniors at their Senior Center. Employees include the City Clerk, and numerous volunteers that participate in various programs and activities, like group trips, card playing, special workshops and health care fairs.
Dayton just has an elementary school within its boundaries but it is served by the Anoka-Hennepin Independent School District that has 42 schools in total. Hospitals close to Dayton include the Abbott North Western Hospital in Minneapolis that is just thirteen miles away.
New Home Source is one of the most popular tools for people in search of a house in the area. The website is extremely organized and well constructed so that even those with limited computer skills can find their way around. The search for a new house starts and ends right here, with hundreds of listings to choose from.
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Stay within your budget. Here are all of the Dayton subdivisions with new homes in typical price ranges for this area.
Market Overview: New Homes in Dayton, MN
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in Dayton and the new construction market for new build homes in Dayton:
| City | Dayton |
| State | Minnesota |
| Metro Area | Minneapolis & St. Paul |
| Subdivisions | 200 |
| Move in Ready Homes | 294 |
| Homes Under Construction | 231 |
| Starting Price | $255,000 |
| Average Price | $546,050 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $239 |
| New Home Builders | 39 |
| Builders in Dayton | - M/I Homes
- Lennar
- David Weekley Homes
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Customizable Options in Dayton
| Floor Plans Available | 2,275 |
| Bedroom Count | 1 to 6 |
| Bathroom Count | 1 to 5 |
| Square Footage Range | 934 to 5,322 sq/ft. |
