Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $800 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Dayton area of Dayton.

304 W Grand Ave, Unit #11
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Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Dayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Dayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,797 | $1,100 | $2,495 |
Downtown Dayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $1,000 | $2,200 |
Downtown Dayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Dayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Dayton area of Dayton, OH is a Studio unit found at Rockwood Apartments priced from $700. Chamberlain I & II Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $712. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dayton apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockwood Apartments | Studio C, L | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Chamberlain I & II Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $712 |
320 Grafton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dayton, OH
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Dayton apartment is the 3e Model at Stratford House starting at $1,699 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grafton House | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
Stratford House | 3e | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
The Landing | Wyandot 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
86 Vine St, Unit 86 | 86 Vine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Art Lofts at the Arcade | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Riverstone Apartments | Conveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
310-316 Superior Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Chamberlain I & II Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
320 Grafton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Dayton
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Dayton?
There are currently 148 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,512. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Dayton ranging from $800 to $2,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Dayton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Dayton ranges from $800 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,543.
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