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Dayton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Valor Pointe in the Southfield Estates neighborhood priced from $900. Quail Ridge in the Turnpike West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valor Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$900
Quail RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
North Brunswick Manor1 Bedroom - Tenant pays utilities1BR,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ and Nearby

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $2.33 price per square foot Residence B Model at Boulders at Beekman in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Silver Creek Model at Lofts at Helmetta starting at $2,725 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Dunhams Corners 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.
Boulders at BeekmanResidence B2BR,2.5BA$2.33
Lofts at HelmettaSilver Creek2BR,2BA$2.36
Green Hill Luxury Rentals$2.14/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Loft1BR,1BA$2.28
Presidential EstatesFAMILY3BR,2BA$2.49
Whitehall Gardens$2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.22
Valor Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Somerset MewsTwo Bed - Renovated Kitchen2BR,2BA$2.50
Hempstead Gardens$1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.07
Renaissance PropertiesThe Bristol 12BR,2BA$2.49
Hadley Woods$2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $897 to $5,495. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $1,800 to $6,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dayton ranges from $1,800 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,797.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dayton range from $1,033 to $5,441, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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