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Dayton, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH

Pricing Updated: 09/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $540 to $5,870 with an overall median price of $1,518. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arlington Heights at $750, Fairlane at $650, and Pineview at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Arlington Heights$795$7502
Fairlane$795$6503
Pineview$795$6504
Westwood$795$6505
Outer Central West$822$69510
Residence Park$822$65011
Westwood Montgomery$822$6506
Philadelphia Woods$919$5502
Santa Clara$945$6004
Dayton International Airport$970$7003

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. 1610 Woodman Drive in the Eastmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. 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
1610 Woodman Drive1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$625
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS3Studio,1BA$657
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Wright Landing Apartment1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio,1BA$700
Churchill Manor1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH

As of September 20, 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 1276 Robbins Run Ct Model at 1276 Robbins Run Ct, Unit 1276 starting at $1,450 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Outer Centerville Kettering 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
1276 Robbins Run Ct, Unit 12761276 Robbins Run Ct2BR,2BA$0.92
Prime at Wright Apartments and TownhomesFurnished Apartment4BR,3BA$0.44
132 Cross St, Unit 132132 Cross St3BR,1BA$0.88
Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments in Ha2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.88
803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #3803 Uhrig Ave2BR,1BA$0.70
Breckenridge Apartments2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.93
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Timberlake ApartmentsAugustine2BR,1BA$0.92
1610 Woodman Drive1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.91

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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 $715.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dayton?

The cheapest apartment in Dayton is 1610 Woodman Drive which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Dayton costs $1,518.

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 165 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 $1,244 which is $274 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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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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