Cheap Homes for Rent in East Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $500 (20 Rentals)

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property at 3825 Wayne Ave

$750

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$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3825 Wayne Ave, Unit 4

3825 Wayne Ave
DaytonOH45420

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property at 18 York Ave

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

18 York Ave

DaytonOH45403
property at 1025 Broadview Blvd S

$1,050

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$1,050

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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property at 321 Deeds Ave

$1,100

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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321 Deeds Ave, Unit 319

321 Deeds Ave
DaytonOH45404

East Dayton, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Dayton area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 4644 Burkhardt Ave priced from $575. Dean Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $680. Here are the most affordable East Dayton apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$575
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$680
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Camellia CourtStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$784
Colonial CourtOne bedroom apartment1BR,1BA$788

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Dayton, OH

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Dayton area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $1,447. The second greatest value East Dayton apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Flight starting at $999 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the McPherson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.11
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Williamsburg Place Apartments2 Bdrm Garden Style2BR,1BA$0.95
Yorktown Colony ApartmentsTHE CHARLESTON2BR,1BA$1.14
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 454202 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Dean Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
TIMBER RIDGE APARTMENTS2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.14
4644 Burkhardt Ave2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Dayton, Dayton, OH

Ranked #11

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in East Dayton?

There are currently 538 Apartments for Rent in East Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,202. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Dayton ranging from $595 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Dayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Dayton ranges from $595 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,839.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Dayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Dayton range from $960 to $6,202, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,351.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.