Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD from $1,200 (35 Rentals)

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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 Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) priced from $1,263. Flats at Sandy Springs in the Olney Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,263
Flats at Sandy SpringsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Aspen at Lake Trail1 BR 1 BA JR1BR,1BA$1,490
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,521
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$1,545
Robinson OverlookThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,616
HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,626
10X Columbia Town CenterA11BR,1BA$1,634
The Brook At Columbia1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,641
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,649

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD and Nearby

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.16 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Robinson Overlook in the in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood starting from $1,616. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 2BR 2BA (1060sf) Model at The Greens at Columbia starting at $2,044 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase 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.
Robinson OverlookThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.16
The Greens at Columbia2BR 2BA (1060sf)2BR,2BA$1.93
Flats at Sandy Springs2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.14
Autumn Crest2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.95
Eagle Rock Apartments at ColumbiaA1 - 1X1D1BR,1BA$2.13
Cedar PlaceWalnut1BR,1BA$2.17
Poplar GlenA11BR,1BA$2.17
10X Columbia Town CenterA11BR,1BA$2.22
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$2.22
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.96

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Getting Around Dayton, MD

Walk Score®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

21 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $1,263 at Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+).

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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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