
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY from $300 (215 Rentals)
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516 Berry St

908 Maple Ave

1224 6th Ave

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The Manhattan on the River Apartments

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416 6th Ave

The Gateway Flats at Manhattan Harbour

284 Manhattan Blvd

902 3rd Ave

Chateau-Ridge Apartments
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Schoolhouse Flats Apartments

329 Silver St

1610 Clarewood Ave

Idamont Apartments

2632 Eden Ave

3131 Gilbert Ave

3337 Reading Rd

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2301 Auburn Avenue

2638 Stanton Ave

Barkley Ridge Apartments
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Edenview

Alvin Street Apartments

ES Properties

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Auburndale

Grandin Bridge Apartments

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Thatcher Flats

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Euclid Court

1349 Lincoln Avenue, Unit Unit 1

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3540 Columbia Pky, Unit 2
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River Mews

Flats on the Row

1601 Broadway

1021 Columbia St

1019-1021-1021 Columbia St

2031 Hewitt Ave

The Overlook at Ft. Thomas

1750-1760 Cleneay Ave

The Flats at Wasson Way II

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814 Ellison Ave, Unit 4

302 Oak St

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Hyde Park Terrace

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414 Hoge St, Unit 2

3337 Reading Rd

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Royal Cove

Gettysburg Square

Grandview Apartments

Artistry Cincy

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310 Oak
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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 | $1,332 | $850 | $2,361 |
| Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $695 | $3,339 |
| Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $950 | $5,290 |
| Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $800 | $9,217 |
| Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $750 | $8,501 |
| Dayton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,690 | $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 |
| Idamont Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 1701 Sycamore Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hack 14 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2632 Eden Ave | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2301 Auburn Avenue | Studio - Lower Level - Available Now | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Barkley Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Edenview | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Alvin Street Apartments | 1 BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.46 price per square foot 414 Tusculum Ave Model at 414 Tusculum Ave in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 2214 Auburn Ave Model at 2214 Auburn Ave starting at $2,025 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 Tusculum Ave | 414 Tusculum Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.46 |
| 2214 Auburn Ave | 2214 Auburn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 268 Helen St, Unit 2 | 268 Helen St | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 521 E 13th St, Unit 2 | 521 E 13th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 3530 Shaw Ave, Unit Shaw floors 2 and 3 | 3530 Shaw Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 287 McCormick Plz, Unit 2 | 287 McCormick Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Eden | 2 Bedroom - Model J | Available Now | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 2640 Stanton Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Idamont Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 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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