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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 43 Wilson Rd

$1,350

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$1,350
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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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43 Wilson Rd

NewportKY41071

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 2218 Highland Ave

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2218 Highland Ave

CincinnatiOH45219

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Dayton, KY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beecher Flats1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
Beecher Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
1701 Sycamore Street1/11BR,1BA$800
Hack 141BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
2301 Auburn AvenueStudio - Lower Level - Available NowStudio,1BA$859
Barkley Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
3619 Clarion Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
ES Properties2626 Eden Ave5BR,2BA$0.90
2303 Kenton St, Unit #22303 Kenton St3BR,1BA$0.82
225 Bodmann Ave, Unit 2225 Bodmann Ave4BR,1BA$1.15
2214 Auburn Ave2214 Auburn Ave3BR,1BA$1.13
213 Mulberry St213 Mulberry St2BR,1BA$0.95
University Station3A Patio3BR,3BA$0.82
939 Washington Ave, Unit 1939 Washington Ave2BR,1BA$1.09
The Eden2 Bedroom - Model J | Available Now2BR,2BA$1.04
325 McGregor Ave, Unit #2325 McGregor Ave1BR,1BA$1.11
535 Maple Ave, Unit Lower level535 Maple AveStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Cincinnati

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Cincinnati metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?

There are currently 1114 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, KY with pricing that ranges from $700 to $15,027. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $700 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dayton ranges from $700 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,270.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dayton range from $800 to $7,015, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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