
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN from $800 (50 Rentals)
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Rivers Bend Apartments

10896 Territorial Trl

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Rainbow Plaza Apartments

Cove Apartments

Mississippi Landings

Elm Creek Commons

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Cutters Grove Apartment Homes

Champlin Drive & Elmcreek

Fernbrook View Apartments
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Avana Maple Grove

Fredrik

Sapphire Apartments

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The Preserve at Commerce

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Terrace Hill Apartments

Parkview East

Vincent Woods Apartments

Skyline On Sunwood

SkyHill Apartments

Crossroads at Elm Creek
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The Edison at Maple Grove

Anoka Flats

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Caliper

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Terra Residences

The Bowline

Territorial Lofts

Affinity at Ramsey 55+

Ninety9 Lofts

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Risor of Maple Grove 55+

12916 Pilgrim Ln N
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17724 96th Ave N

14788 Willemite Way NW, Unit Parkside Village

Walker on the River

Heritage Place

Flats on Ferry

Woodland Park Apartments

Mill Pond Gables

Bungalows of Champlin

The Residence at the COR

Sunwood Village
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Riverway

Maple Ridge Townhomes

Greenway Terrace Apartments

Garland Commons - 55+

The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments

8425 Brunswick Ave N

12108 Yukon Ave N

8559 Maplebrook Pkwy N

7224 147th Terrace NW

7279 147 Ln 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,544 | $1,100 | $2,004 |
| Cheap Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $1,219 | $2,316 |
| Cheap Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $1,010 | $3,302 |
| Cheap Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,990 | $1,600 | $3,997 |
| Cheap Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $3,515 | $3,955 |
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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 $1,010. Mississippi Landings in the Ramsey Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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 | $1,010 |
| Mississippi Landings | One Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Balsam Apartments | I - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,371 |
| The Residence at the COR | Challenger | Studio,1BA | $1,408 |
| Fredrik | Marlowe (A1) | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom (d FM) | 2BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Skyline On Sunwood | A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Sapphire Apartments | A.4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,534 |
| The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1,714 |
| Champlin Drive & Elmcreek | Maple - Elmcreek | 2BR,2BA | $1,728 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MN
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.56 price per square foot Townhomes at Preserve Model at Townhomes at Preserve in the in the Brockton Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,995. 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 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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| Townhomes at Preserve | Townhomes at Preserve | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Norheim Townhomes | Henrik | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.75 |
| Parkview East | H | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments | Three Bedroom A | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Territorial Lofts | Two bedroom/ Two bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Elm Creek Commons | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Balsam Apartments | I - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Cutters Grove Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Split Layout | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Mississippi Landings | One Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Rivers Bend Apartments | Small 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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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 $1,250 at Mississippi Landings.
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 $1,010 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 The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments and starts from $1,714.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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