
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY from $300 (171 Rentals)
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Chateau-Ridge Apartments

Schoolhouse Flats Apartments

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535 Maple Ave, Unit Lower level, Unit Lower level

311 Hilton Pl, Unit 2

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3947 Elsmere Ave, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

Barkley Ridge Apartments

311 Hilton Pl, Unit 1

3337 Reading Rd, Unit G

2632 Eden Ave
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2235 Francis Ln, Unit 2, Unit 2

2301 Auburn Avenue

3619 Clarion Avenue

Edenview

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2341 Burnet Ave, Unit Apt 1

2341 Burnet Ave, Unit Unit 8

ES Properties

Auburndale

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Ridgewood Apartments

2612 Eden Ave

Thatcher Flats

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325 McGregor Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

River Mews

1603 Broadway

530 Ridgeway Ave

1601 Broadway

1750-1760 Cleneay Ave

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1359-3 Burdette Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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814 Ellison Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

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302 Oak St

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Hyde Park Terrace

2630 Stanton Ave

3938 Hazel Ave

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Royal Cove

Gettysburg Square

Grandview Apartments
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213 Mulberry St

310 Oak

3337 Reading Rd, Unit C

2200 Victory Pkwy, Unit 45

The Vibe Apartments

Euclid Court

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219 Fosdick St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The School Haus

Grandin Park

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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 | $775 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $899 | $4,294 |
| Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $850 | $6,446 |
| Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $800 | $7,015 |
| Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Dayton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,673 | $700 | $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 |
| 1701 Sycamore Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hack 14 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2301 Auburn Avenue | Studio - Lower Level - Available Now | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Barkley Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 3619 Clarion Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2626 Eden Ave Model at ES Properties in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 2303 Kenton St Model at 2303 Kenton St, Unit #2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.82 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ES Properties | 2626 Eden Ave | 5BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 2303 Kenton St, Unit #2 | 2303 Kenton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 225 Bodmann Ave, Unit 2 | 225 Bodmann Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 2214 Auburn Ave | 2214 Auburn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 213 Mulberry St | 213 Mulberry St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| University Station | 3A Patio | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
| 939 Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 939 Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Eden | 2 Bedroom - Model J | Available Now | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 325 McGregor Ave, Unit #2 | 325 McGregor Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 535 Maple Ave, Unit Lower level | 535 Maple Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
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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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