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Valor Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valor Pointe

210 Cranbury Half Acre RdMonroe Township, NJ 08831

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property at 211 Henderson Rd

$1,850

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211 Henderson Rd, Unit 1302

211 Henderson Rd
Monmouth JunctionNJ08852
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$1,850

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211 Henderson Rd, Unit 2202

211 Henderson Rd
Monmouth JunctionNJ08852
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Kingston Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Terrace

607 Kingston TerracePrinceton, NJ 08540
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property at 211 Henderson Rd

$2,250

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211 Henderson Rd, Unit 2216

211 Henderson Rd
Monmouth JunctionNJ08852
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Dayton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,600. The Crest at Princeton Meadows in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$1,765
Hunters Glen1×11BR,1BA$1,770
North Brunswick Manor1 Bedroom - Tenant pays utilities1BR,1BA$1,770
Colony OaksThe Parkside1BR,1BA$1,830
Royal Oaks and East Garden1 bed A / Royal Oaks1BR,1BA$1,849
Henderson SquareWorkforce Housing1BR,1BA$1,850
Addison at Princeton Meadows1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,850
Somerset MewsOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,850
Barrett Country ClubJunior 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,889

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $2.28 price per square foot Residence G2.1 Model at The Glades at Beekman in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the $2.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Loft Model at Green Hill Luxury Rentals starting at $2,415 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Princeton Manor 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.
The Glades at BeekmanResidence G2.12BR,2.5BA$2.28
Green Hill Luxury Rentals$2.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Loft1BR,1BA$2.12
Plainsboro Village Center ResidentialB1BR,1BA$2.29
Presidential EstatesFAMILY3BR,2BA$2.49
Henderson SquareWorkforce Housing2BR,2BA$2.17
Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLCMagnolia 1b1b+d1BR,1BA$2.28
Royal Oaks and East Garden1 bed B / Royal Oaks1BR,1BA$2.50
Wyndmoor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.52
Hadley Woods$2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Colony OaksThe Parkside1BR,1BA$2.22

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,689 at Quail Ridge 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 $2,130 at Hunters Glen.

What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presidential Estates and starts from $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.