Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH Under $1,000 (42 Rentals)

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Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Art Lofts at the Arcade
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Art Lofts at the Arcade

42 S Ludlow StDayton, OH 45402
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Audubon Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Audubon Crossing

119 Edgewood AveDayton, OH 45402
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Riverside Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Senior Lofts

2333 Harshman RdDayton, OH 45424
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Omega Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Omega Senior Lofts

1461 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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The Vineyards
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Vineyards

800-840 Union RdEnglewood, OH 45322
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Charter Woods Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Charter Woods Apartments

1603 Charterwoods CirFairborn, OH 45324
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Cedargate
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedargate

701 Union RdClayton, OH 45315
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Trotwood Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trotwood Senior Lofts

702 E Main StTrotwood, OH 45426
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The Edge
4 Bedroom Apartments

The Edge

2184 Zink RdFairborn, OH 45324
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Kim1+ 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 Dayton

How much are Studio apartments in Dayton?

There are currently 1,008 Studio Apartments in Dayton with rent ranges from $540 to $1,650 with an average price of $1,216.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Dayton Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Dayton ranges from $550 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,144.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Dayton cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Dayton range from $695 to $3,375. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,414.

How expensive are Dayton Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 215 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Dayton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $575 to $4,021 - averaging $1,670 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.