1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH (722 Rentals)

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Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Salem Woods
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Salem Woods

5291 Wood Creek RdDayton, OH 45426
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The Echelon
$1,045 - $1,370
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The Echelon

344 Firwood DrDayton, OH 45419
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Dayton, OH Local Guide

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Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 19, 2026

There are currently 4453 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Dayton, OH that range in price from $550 to $2,795. Twin Towers, South Park and Historic Inner East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Dayton with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Twin Towers168$1,295$650
South Park166$1,295$650
Historic Inner East165$1,295$650
Oregon164$1,295$650
McPherson163$1,299$650
Webster Station163$1,299$650
Downtown Montgomery162$1,295$650
Midtown Dayton161$1,295$650
East Dayton160$1,294$550
Grafton Hill155$1,299$650

Largest Available Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, OH is found at The Deneau in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood and is 1,385 square feet priced from $2,590. Dogwood Commons in the West Chester Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,213 square feet and currently listed start at $2,668. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dayton:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Deneau1 Bed 2 Bath1,385 Sq Ft$2,590
Dogwood CommonsLaurel1,213 Sq Ft$2,668
The LandingThe Jefferson1,121 Sq Ft$1,899
The Promenade at Beaver CreekThe Aspen1,008 Sq Ft$1,585
Ashton GlenTwo Bed 1.5 Bath 1000 Sqft1,000 Sq Ft$1,430
The ResidenzFloor Plan D940 Sq Ft$1,384
The DelcoLeland935 Sq Ft$1,940
Meadows of CatalpaBirchwood920 Sq Ft$925
MonumentLiberty887 Sq Ft$1,443
Delco LoftsDeeds886 Sq Ft$1,399

Cheapest Available Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dayton, OH is the S3 Model starting from $650 at Chamberlain I & II Apartments in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. The second most affordable Dayton 1 Bedroom is the 1 bed/ 1 bath Model at Wright Landing Apartments starting at $700 in the Eastmont neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dayton is currently $1,207. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dayton:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS3$650
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath$700
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$700
Churchill Manor1BR/1BA$715
2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 454201 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$750
Executive House1 Bedroom standard$775
Flyer Pointe1 Bedroom - Large$779
Shiloh Gardens Independent Living1 Bedroom$779

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Dayton Overview

Consistently ranked among some of the most affordable cities in the country as well as maintaining a highly rated educational system and an active itinerary of events and attractions to attend, Dayton is a gem of southwestern Ohio. It sits between 3 major metropolitan areas, but has continued to hold its own identity and preserve its historic image. The mix of a vibrant city life with midwestern values and an advanced health care system, there has never been a better time to find an apartment in Dayton!

Why live in Dayton, OH?

Choosing to move to a Dayton apartment will put you near opportunities in a wide variety of industries, but also features a rich American history that continues to influences businesses, architecture, and leisure alike. Higher education and an expanding network of health care providers and hospitals are of high importance to the community, which serve to improve the overall well-being of its residents.

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February 26, 2025

Affordable, convenient public transportation is available, and there are plenty of places to rent or buy.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dayton with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dayton is at Chamberlain I & II Apartments listed at $650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is $1,207.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dayton Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dayton is a 1,385 square feet unit starting from $2,590 at The Deneau.

What is the average size for Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dayton is currently 674 sq ft.

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Once an industrial powerhouse in southwest Ohio, Dayton is gradually changing from a strictly blue-collar city to a light blue-collar/white-collar city with education, tech, and urban development opportunities.

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