
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IA (40 Rentals)


The Social West Ames®

Alpine Manor Apartments

Windsor Pointe

West Towne

The Madison

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Delaware Townhomes

802 Dickinson Ave

West Field Apartments
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Kate's Landing

District 29

Cedar Pointe

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Linden Station Apartments

Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

West Ridge Apartments

Fountain View Apartments

Delaware Woods

Phillips Luxury Apartments

Prairie Place
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Prairie West

1908 Des Moines St

4549 Steinbeck St

3309 Tripp St

4537 Twain Cir

2620 15th Ave N

313 Beedle Dr

114 Cedar Dr

2501 N Terrace Dr
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2505 N Terrace Dr

2105 Lacey Dr

839-841 Dickinson Ave

Campus West

1401 N. Dakota

Bramble Oak Apartments

Southview Twinhomes

The Heights at Lincoln Swing

Furman Weststar Apartments

4536 Twain Circle
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Studio Apartments | $844 | $675 | $1,175 |
| Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $944 | $650 | $1,340 |
| Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,030 | $589 | $1,799 |
| Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $504 | $2,370 |
| Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $790 | $419 | $2,300 |
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Largest Available Dayton and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is found at Prairie Place and is 1,715 square feet priced from $1,895. Prairie West in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,280 square feet and currently listed start at $1,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Dayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Place | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 1,715 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| Prairie West | 3 Bedroom Townhome (Renovated) | 1,280 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Windsor Pointe | Oak 60% | 1,273 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 3 | 1,240 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Point at Ames | Telluride A | 1,130 Sq Ft | $775 |
| The Madison | 3x3 Furnished | 1,083 Sq Ft | $504 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | 1,069 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 Bath | 1,026 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Cedar Pointe | Villa | 1,008 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| The Social West Ames® | Reagen - Station | 0 Sq Ft | $619 |
Cheapest Available Dayton and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 11, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, IA is the 3 bedroom 2 Bath Model starting from $999 at Alpine Manor Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The second most affordable Dayton 3 Bedroom is the Villa Model at Cedar Pointe starting at $1,045 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dayton is currently $1,033. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 Bath | $999 |
| Cedar Pointe | Villa | $1,045 |
| Kate's Landing | Elizabeth | $1,295 |
| Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way | 3 bedrooms | $1,350 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | $1,350 |
| Windsor Pointe | Oak 60% | $1,350 |
| Prairie West | 3 Bedroom Townhome (Renovated) | $1,595 |
| Prairie Place | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | $1,895 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Dayton Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Dayton with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Dayton is at Alpine Manor Apartments listed at $999.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is $1,033.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Dayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dayton is a 1,715 square feet unit starting from $1,895 at Prairie Place.
What is the average size for Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Dayton is currently 1,100 sq ft.
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