Cheap Homes for Rent in East Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)

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$820

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

3 Edgar Ave

DaytonOH45410

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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 $595. 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$595
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$680
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Flyer Pointe1 Bedroom - Large1BR,1BA$749
2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 454201 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Dayton, OH

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Dayton area is the $1.23 price per square foot Woods D - Non-Active Duty Model at The Properties at Wright Field in the in the Gateway neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value East Dayton apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Garden Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering starting at $1,215 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the MacFarlane 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.
The Properties at Wright FieldWoods D - Non-Active Duty4BR,2BA$1.23
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2 Bath Garden2BR,2BA$1.14
Woodman ParkFloor Plan C2BR,1.5BA$1.14
1328 St Adalbert Ave, Unit 31328 St Adalbert Ave2BR,1BA$1.08
Wyoming HillsCliffside2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Dean Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
TIMBER RIDGE APARTMENTS2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
1315 Chardon Ct1315 Chardon Ct1BR,1BA$1.14
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.06
2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 454201 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Dayton, Dayton, OH

Ranked #11

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in East Dayton?

There are currently 530 Apartments for Rent in East Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,126. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Dayton ranging from $550 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 $550 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,400.

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 $6,126, 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 $1,296.

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