Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IA from $400 (18 Rentals)

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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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West Field Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Field Apartments

5910 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, IA is a Studio unit found at Hickory Ridge Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $725. Boone Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$725
Boone Park Apartments1BR Upper1BR,1BA$735
Praireview Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$846
West Village Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$850
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IA and Nearby

As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3505 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) Model at Walnut Ridge in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,280. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 3 Beds / 2 Baths Model at 802 Dickinson Ave starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walnut Ridge3505 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm )4BR,3BA$1.05
802 Dickinson Ave3 Beds / 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.92
Tripp Street Apartments4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.22
2nd Avenue RowhomesDiscover Modern Living at Fort Dodge's Newest R...2BR,1.5BA$1.20
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Alpine Manor Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel3BR,2BA$1.12
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
The Social West Ames®Davie Plus - Station2BR,1BA$0.71
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20

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34 / 100

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Most errands require a car

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29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dayton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dayton is at Hickory Ridge Apartments listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $735 at Boone Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dayton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is starting from $895 at SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alpine Manor Apartments and starts from $999.

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