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Dayton, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH

Pricing Updated: 12/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $540 to $3,790 with an overall median price of $1,418. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Walnut Hills Montgomery at $679, Stoney Ridge at $800, and Linden Heights at $695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Walnut Hills Montgomery$825$6795
Stoney Ridge$875$8005
Linden Heights$910$6957
Philadelphia Woods$919$6257
Arlington Heights$950$9503
Fairlane$950$8504
Highview Hills$950$8005
Pineview$950$5757
Westwood$950$8502
Fairview$975$62512

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, OH is a 5 Beds unit found at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood priced from $540. Chamberlain I & II Apartments in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes5 Bed 3 Bath Apt with Shared Bath5BR,3BA$540
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS3Studio,1BA$650
Burlington Woods - Chateaux L'AiglonStudioStudio,1BA$650
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$680
Arlington Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$699
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH

As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.89 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Grafton House in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Furnished Apartment Model at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes starting at $650 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Faircreek Ridge 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.
Grafton HouseTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.89
Prime at Wright Apartments and TownhomesFurnished Apartment4BR,3BA$0.44
803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #2803 Uhrig Ave2BR,1BA$0.70
108 E Norman Ave, Unit 3108 E Norman Ave2BR,1BA$0.93
Breckenridge Apartments2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.96
SWA - 2308 Wayne Ave.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.95
4709 Croftshire Dr, Unit 3A4709 Croftshire Dr2BR,1BA$0.94
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Timberlake ApartmentsAugustine2BR,1BA$0.92
515 East Dr, Unit #4515 East Dr2BR,1BA$0.94

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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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Getting Around Dayton, OH

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Dayton, OH Area Reviews

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Kim • 1+ years in Dayton

February 26, 2025

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dayton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dayton is under $700.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dayton?

The cheapest apartment in Dayton is Arlington Village which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Dayton costs $1,418.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dayton?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 573 regular apartments in Dayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dayton?

Cheap apartments in Dayton have an average cost of $512 which is $906 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dayton.

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Learn About the Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Dayton, OH

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!