
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NY from $500 (39 Rentals)
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Ellicott Oaks Apartments

Wellman Building

BirchGrove of Salamanca

Franklin Street Apartments

Claire Court Apartments

Wynterbrooke Apartments

Bethel Estates 62 +

30 Water St
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Strnad Drive Apartments

Washington Square Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

Lincoln Square Apartments

Bradford Place

Regency Court

Hallmark Village

42-48 Water St

Village Center
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Hamburg Heights

Park Lane Terrace Apartments

Village Pines Apartments

Maplewood Estates Apartment Homes

Armor Heights

Big Tree Manor

The Glen

Foster Brook Senior Apartments

Camelot Village
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211 Price St

Riley Brook Apartments

44 E Main St

Sunset Court Apartments

Fox Brook Townhomes

7008 Erie Rd

Luxury lakeside living in Hamburg

102 Macamley St

Colonial Court Apartments
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2656 1/2 Horton Rd

78 Kirkwood Dr

18 Main St
Dayton, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Studio Apartments | $875 | $750 | $1,000 |
| Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $725 | $1,800 |
| Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $850 | $3,300 |
| Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $549 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. Wellman Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $904 |
| Strnad Drive Apartments | 1-Bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 30 Water St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Hamburg Heights | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Village Center | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 42-48 Water St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NY and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2 Bed- 2 Level Model at Village Pines Apartments in the in the Hamburg neighborhood starting from $1,670. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Forest View Flat Model at The Woods @ Bayview starting at $2,100 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Hamburg 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed- 2 Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| The Woods @ Bayview | Forest View Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Hillside Place | Outer Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Villages At Mission Hills | Two Bedroom One bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Park Lane Terrace Apartments | 2 bdrm 1st fl. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Village Center | Garden/w patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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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 $1,000 at Strnad Drive 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 $850 at Ellicott Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Student Housing and starts from $549.
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