
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $400 (43 Rentals)
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Lori Sue Gardens

Emerson Apartments

708 Oxford Ave

1956 Victoria Ave

Harold Drive

2100 Auburn Ave

2367 Rustic Rd
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Allwen Apartments

1713 Emerson Ave

3629 Karwin Dr

2039 Emerson Ave

2025 Catalpa Dr

1710-1716 Kings Mill Ct

1824 Elsmere Ave

2258 Hepburn Ave
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3204-3222 W Riverview Ave

2032 Emerson Ave

1709-1723 Kings Mill Ct

2235 Emerson Ave

333 Cambridge Ave

2636 Salem Ave

1100 W Hillcrest Ave

1721 Emerson Ave
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910 Cherry Dr

3234-3310 W Riverview Ave

2017-2019 Malvern Ave

2620 N Gettysburg Ave

2615 N Gettysburg Ave

3936 Lori Sue Ave

3400-3426 W Riverview Ave

2617 N Gettysburg Ave
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615-625 W Fairview Ave

2275 Hepburn Ave

Omega Senior Lofts

Bridges of Pine Creek

Tri-Court

Colonial Village Apartments

King Court Apartments

Catalpa Manor
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2029 Mayfair Rd

2247-2263 Hepburn Ave

2035-2039 Mayfair Rd
College Hill, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $747 | $625 | $809 |
| College Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $855 | $700 | $919 |
| College Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $1,150 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Hill Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, OH
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hill area is the $0.69 price per square foot 2312 Davue Cir Model at 2312 Davue Cir, Unit 2 in the in the Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the 2056 Auburn Ave Model at 2056 Auburn Ave starting at $1,300 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2312 Davue Cir, Unit 2 | 2312 Davue Cir | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 2056 Auburn Ave | 2056 Auburn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 802 Uhrig Ave | 802 Uhrig Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hill, Dayton, OH
Ranked #61
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.