Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD from $1,200 (31 Rentals)

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10X Columbia Town Center
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$1,656 - $2,511
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$1,656 - $2,511

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10X Columbia Town Center

10360 Swift Stream PlColumbia, MD 21044
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eaves Columbia Town Center
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$1,702 - $2,580
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$1,637 - $2,515
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$1,702 - $2,580
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eaves Columbia Town Center

10300 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows
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$1,730 - $2,755
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$1,665 - $2,690
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$1,730 - $2,755
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Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows

5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Juniper
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$1,755 - $4,215
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$1,755 - $4,215

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$1,755 - $4,215
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Juniper

6000 Merriweather DrColumbia, MD 21044
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Marlow
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$1,784 - $5,673
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$1,784 - $5,673

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$1,784 - $5,673
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Marlow

6200 Valencia LnColumbia, MD 21044
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TENmflats
$1,897 - $9,805
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$1,882 - $9,790
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$1,897 - $9,805
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

TENmflats

10101 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Orchard Park
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$1,969 - $3,509
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$1,969 - $3,509

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Orchard Park

3113 Pine Orchard LnEllicott City, MD 21042
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Flats at Sandy Springs
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats at Sandy Springs

17820 Meeting House RdSandy Spring, MD 20860
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Robinson Overlook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Robinson Overlook

7410 Grace DrColumbia, MD 21044
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Dayton, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Flats at Sandy Springs in the Olney Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,217. Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,263. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flats at Sandy Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,217
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,263
Aspen at Lake Trail1 BEDROOM JR1BR,1BA$1,490
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,521
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$1,525
Autumn Crest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,575
Columbia Choice Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,580
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,599
Robinson OverlookThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,616
HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,626

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD and Nearby

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the The Vernon Model at Townes at Pine Orchard starting at $3,450 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Forest Creek 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.
Dorsey OverlookThe Centennial3BR,3BA$1.53
Townes at Pine OrchardThe Vernon3BR,2.5BA$1.73
Robinson OverlookThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.16
Orchard ParkCentennial (3/2)3BR,2BA$2.20
Poplar GlenB22BR,2BA$2.06
The Greens at Columbia Apartments2BR 2BA (990sf)2BR,2BA$2.14
Flats at Sandy Springs2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.14
Cedar PlaceWalnut1BR,1BA$2.09
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$2.19
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.96

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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 Flats at Sandy Springs listed at $1,350.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,217 at Flats at Sandy Springs.

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 $1,518 at Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+).

What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Robinson Overlook and starts from $1,616.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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