
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN from $800 (54 Rentals)
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Rainbow Plaza Apartments

Rivers Bend Apartments

Cove Apartments

Mississippi Landings

Elm Creek Commons

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Cutters Grove Apartment Homes

Champlin Drive & Elmcreek

30 Dean Ave E, Unit #7

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Sapphire Apartments
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Fernbrook View Apartments

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Parkview East

802 Garfield St W

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Terrace Hill Apartments

Bungalows of Champlin

Vincent Woods Apartments

Fredrik

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Avana Maple Grove

Caliper

Skyline On Sunwood
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Crossroads at Elm Creek

SkyHill Apartments

Anoka Flats

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The Preserve at Commerce

The Bowline

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Terra Residences

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The Edison at Maple Grove

Affinity at Ramsey 55+

Territorial Lofts

7098 139th Avenue Northwest
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7290-7147 147 Ln NW

813 W River Rd

Walker on the River

Heritage Place

Flats on Ferry

Woodland Park Apartments

438 Independence Ave

Mill Pond Gables

Village Creek Manor (1 of 2)

The Residence at the COR
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Sunwood Village

Riverway

Maple Ridge Townhomes

Ninety9 Lofts

Greenway Terrace Apartments

Garland Commons - 55+

14169 68th Pl N

13849 Hyacinth Dr

The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments

9326 Inland Ln N
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Dayton, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,572 | $1,040 | $2,004 |
| Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $900 | $2,329 |
| Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $1,200 | $3,611 |
| Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $1,600 | $4,774 |
| Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,718 | $3,436 | $3,966 |
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Rivers Bend Apartments in the Ramsey Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,200. 438 Independence Ave in the Outer Coon Rapids Fridley Blaine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Bend Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 438 Independence Ave | 2 Bed Independence | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Sapphire Apartments | A.4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 |
| Champlin Drive & Elmcreek | Willow - Champlin Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Rainbow Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
| The Residence at the COR | Challenger | Studio,1BA | $1,408 |
| Bungalows of Champlin | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Caliper | Aspen (E1) | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Skyline On Sunwood | A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.43 price per square foot Townhomes at Preserve Model at Townhomes at Preserve in the in the Brockton Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Henrik Model at Norheim Townhomes starting at $3,355 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Maple Grove 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. |
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| Townhomes at Preserve | Townhomes at Preserve | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Norheim Townhomes | Henrik | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.75 |
| Olive Lane | Cypress | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.91 |
| The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Territorial Lofts | Two bedroom/ Two bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Cutters Grove Apartment Homes | Remodeled 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Rivers Bend Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Rainbow Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 438 Independence Ave | 2 Bed Independence | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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 The Residence at the COR listed at $1,408.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,358 at Sapphire Apartments.
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 $1,200 at Rivers Bend Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park Apartments and starts from $1,899.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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