
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $450 (44 Rentals)
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Bridges of Pine Creek

1333 W Fairview Ave, Unit 3K

Lori Sue Gardens

Emerson Apartments

708 Oxford Ave

1956 Victoria Ave

Harold Drive
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2367 Rustic Rd

2100 Auburn Ave

Allwen Apartments

1713 Emerson Ave

3629 Karwin Dr

2039 Emerson Ave

2025 Catalpa Dr

1710-1716 Kings Mill Ct
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1824 Elsmere Ave

2258 Hepburn Ave

3204-3222 W Riverview Ave

2032 Emerson Ave

1709-1723 Kings Mill Ct

2235 Emerson Ave

333 Cambridge Ave

2636 Salem Ave
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1100 W Hillcrest Ave

1721 Emerson Ave

910 Cherry Dr

3234-3310 W Riverview Ave

2017-2019 Malvern Ave

2620 N Gettysburg Ave

2615 N Gettysburg Ave

3936 Lori Sue Ave
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3400-3426 W Riverview Ave

2617 N Gettysburg Ave

615-625 W Fairview Ave

2275 Hepburn Ave

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Tri-Court

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King Court Apartments
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2029 Mayfair Rd

Catalpa Manor

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 | $842 | $809 | $925 |
| College Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $920 | $800 | $1,200 |
| College Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Hill Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Cheapest Available College Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hill area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 2334-2338 Davue Cir priced from $700. 1008 W Fairview Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable College Hill apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2334-2338 Davue Cir | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| 1008 W Fairview Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Cherry Dr 917 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Bridges of Pine Creek | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, OH
As of September 21, 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 Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Cherry Dr 917 in the McPherson neighborhood starting at $750 with a $0.68 price per square foot. 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 |
| Cherry Dr 917 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.68 |
| 1008 W Fairview Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $0.70 |
| Bridges of Pine Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hill, Dayton, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hill Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Hill is starting from $750 at Cherry Dr 917.
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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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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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