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Dayton, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH

Pricing Updated: 06/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $450 to $5,391 with an overall median price of $1,535. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arlington Heights at $750, Germantown Meadows at $750, and Highview Hills at $750. 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$750$7501
Germantown Meadows$750$7501
Highview Hills$750$7501
Fairlane$850$7502
Outer Central West$850$7506
Pineview$850$7502
Residence Park$850$7506
Westwood$850$7504
Westwood Montgomery$850$8504
College Hill$875$79910

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Audubon Crossing in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood priced from $479. Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$479
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes3 Bed 1.5 Bath TH3BR,1BA$575
Churchill Manor1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$675
Siena Village Senior LivingThe Aspen2BR,1BA$691
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Wright Landing Apartment1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
1610 Woodman Drive2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$700
KetwoodStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$715
310-316 Superior Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Orchard GlenStudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Apt Model at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood starting from $540. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments in Ha starting at $1,095 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Philadelphia Woods 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.
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes4 Bed 2 Bath Apt4BR,2BA$0.36
Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments in Ha2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.88
Townhouse Court ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.95
803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #4803 Uhrig Ave2BR,1BA$0.80
58 W Nottingham Rd, Unit 358 W Nottingham Rd1BR,1BA$0.80
536 Notre Dame Ave, Unit Richard536 Notre Dame Ave2BR,1BA$0.80
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.55
Timberlake ApartmentsAugustine2BR,1BA$0.92
1610 Woodman Drive2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.82
Siena Village Senior LivingThe Aspen2BR,1BA$0.96

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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 $725.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dayton?

The cheapest apartment in Dayton is Audubon Crossing which is listed at $479, while the average apartment in Dayton costs $1,535.

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 120 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 $1,453 which is $82 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

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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