
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY from $300 (155 Rentals)
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904 Walnut St

902 3rd Ave

Chateau-Ridge Apartments

Schoolhouse Flats Apartments

513-519 Hale Ave

3337 Reading Rd

327 Stanley Ave

3337 Reading Rd

3337 Reading Rd
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3337 Reading Rd

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418 Dorchester Ave, Unit 418 Dorchester #3

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2301 Auburn Avenue

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Auburndale

Barkley Ridge Apartments

3337 Reading Rd

244 Dorchester Ave

Edenview

302 Oak St

River Mews
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Alvin Street Apartments

3131 Gilbert Ave

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2600 Melrose Ave

The Flats at Wasson Way II

Ridgewood Apartments

Grandin Bridge Apartments

Thatcher Flats

3619 Clarion Avenue

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Euclid Court

1603 Broadway
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1601 Broadway

828 Saratoga St

1750-1760 Cleneay Ave

The Overlook at Ft. Thomas

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814 Ellison Ave, Unit 4

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Royal Cove

3337 Reading Rd

329 Taylor Ave

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414 Hoge St, Unit 2

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332 E 9th St, Unit 1
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Gettysburg Square

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310 Oak

3922 S Madison Ave

3922 S Madison Ave

Flats on the Row

The School Haus

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3614 Edwards Rd

Poste Apartments

913 Monmouth St

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Euclid Square
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Dayton, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,323 | $725 | $2,282 |
| Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $680 | $3,378 |
| Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $850 | $7,210 |
| Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $750 | $6,268 |
| Dayton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,429 | $866 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, KY is a Studio unit found at Beecher Flats in the Avondale neighborhood priced from $625. Beecher Street in the Avondale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beecher Flats | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Beecher Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 513-519 Hale Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Hack 14 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2301 Auburn Avenue | Studio - Lower Level - Available Now | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Edenview | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 302 Oak St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Alvin Street Apartments | 1 BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| River Mews | River Mews 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1415 Locust St Model at 1415 Locust St, Unit #1 in the in the East Walnut Hills neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 287 McCormick Plz Model at 287 McCormick Plz, Unit 2 starting at $1,395 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Mount Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1415 Locust St, Unit #1 | 1415 Locust St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 287 McCormick Plz, Unit 2 | 287 McCormick Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 208 E 9th St, Unit #1 | 208 E 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2628 Cleinview Avenue | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 136 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 A | 136 Fairfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 3453 Woodburn Ave, Unit 3 | 3453 Woodburn Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Eden | 2 Bedroom - Model J | Available Now | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 2640 Stanton Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 513-519 Hale Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Beecher Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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 Beecher Flats listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $695 at Beecher Street.
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 $795 at Beecher Street.
What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Thatcher Flats and starts from $1,314.
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