Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN from $900 (34 Rentals)
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Rivers Bend Apartments

Rainbow Plaza Apartments

Anoka Flats

10896 Territorial Trl

401 W Main St

Lynn Branch Avenue

2810 Euclid Ave
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The Residence at the COR

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438 Independence Ave N

Fernbrook View Apartments

Parkview East

Elm Creek Commons

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Terrace Hill Apartments

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Fredrik Apartments

Crossroads at Elm Creek

1845 Ferry St

Ninety9 Lofts

Vincent Woods Apartments
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Champlin Drive & Elmcreek

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105 Dean Ave E

3336 138th Ave NW
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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 |
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Cheap Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,416 | $1,025 | $1,755 |
Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,165 | $2,524 |
Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $960 | $3,225 |
Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,837 | $1,500 | $3,650 |
Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,735 | $3,545 | $3,970 |
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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 $960. Rainbow Plaza Apartments in the Ramsey Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rivers Bend Apartments | Small 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
Rainbow Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Anoka Flats | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
The Residence at the COR | Challenger | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Mississippi Landings | One Bedroom 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Sapphire Apartments | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,307 |
Terrace Hill Apartments | C-1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
Fredrik Apartments | Rowley (A3) | Studio,1BA | $1,403 |
Parkview East | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,421 |
Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom (m FM) | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.59 price per square foot Three Bedroom B Model at Elm Creek Commons in the in the Main Street Maple Grove neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Bodie Model at Norheim Townhomes starting at $2,595 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Main Street 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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Elm Creek Commons | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Norheim Townhomes | Bodie | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
Crossroads at Elm Creek | Sparrow | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
Territorial Lofts | Two bedroom/ Two bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Anoka Flats | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
Arbor Glen | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom (m FM) | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Mississippi Landings | One Bedroom 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Riverway | 2 Bedroom/1 bath (1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Rivers Bend Apartments | Small 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Getting Around Dayton, MN
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Rainbow Plaza Apartments listed at $1,025.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,175 at Rainbow Plaza 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 $960 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 Anoka Flats and starts from $1,500.
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