
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IA (35 Rentals)


CORE Apartments

The Heights at Lincoln Swing

Windsor Pointe

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Wyndsor Terrace

West Towne

Mortensen Heights

West Field Apartments

Aspen Village
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Prairie Place

College Creek Apartments

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1223 W 2nd St

919 N 29th St

Spruce Pointe

The Briza

Boone Park Apartments

Bergengreen Apartments

Cedar Crossing 2

Heartland Senior Housing

Prairieview Manor

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2nd Avenue Rowhomes

203 Campus
Dayton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Studio Apartments | $873 | $675 | $3,105 |
| Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $745 | $1,340 |
| Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,088 | $589 | $3,404 |
| Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $524 | $3,350 |
| Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $949 | $409 | $2,400 |
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Largest Available Dayton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is found at Haven Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood and is 789 square feet priced from $1,039. Fountain View Apartments in the Fountainview neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 722 square feet and currently listed start at $900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Apartments | Birch | 789 Sq Ft | $1,039 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 722 Sq Ft | $900 |
| District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 711 Sq Ft | $1,075 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 708 Sq Ft | $880 |
| West Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 688 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Wyndsor Terrace | 1 bed 1 bath | 625 Sq Ft | $850 |
| College Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 624 Sq Ft | $755 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 610 Sq Ft | $799 |
| Aspen Village | 2724 Stange ( 1 bdrm) | 607 Sq Ft | $845 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 564 Sq Ft | $745 |
Cheapest Available Dayton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 06, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is the 1BR - 30% of Gross Income Model starting from $200 at Cedar Crossing 2 . The second most affordable Dayton 1 Bedroom is the Renovated 1 Bedroom Model at The Briza starting at $697 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dayton is currently $973. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crossing 2 | 1BR - 30% of Gross Income | $200 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | $697 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $745 |
| College Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | $755 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | $799 |
| Prairieview Manor | 1 Bedroom | $844 |
| Aspen Village | 2724 Stange ( 1 bdrm) | $845 |
| Wyndsor Terrace | 1 bed 1 bath | $850 |
| West Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $875 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is $973.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dayton is a 789 square feet unit starting from $1,039 at Haven Apartments.
What is the average size for Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dayton is currently 495 sq ft.
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