
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Windsor Terrace

Pine Run Townhomes

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Glenburn Green

5469-5475 Misty Ln
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4661 Wayne Meadows Cir

4359-4365 Powell Rd

5512 Fisher Dr

4220-4222 Arrowrock Ave

4520 Wayne Meadows Cir

4240-4242 Arrowrock Ave
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Camellia Court

Woodsview Place

Channing Way Court
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Forest Ridge, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,154 | $1,121 | $1,216 |
| Forest Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $895 | $1,310 |
| Forest Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $906 | $1,586 |
| Forest Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $1,037 | $2,232 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Cheapest Available Forest Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Ridge area of Dayton, OH is a Studio unit found at Camellia Court priced from $784. Windsor Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Forest Ridge apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camellia Court | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $784 |
| Windsor Terrace | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| TIMBER RIDGE APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $906 |
| Authentix Huber Heights | 1 BR Premier Horizon Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Waynedale Circle Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Ridge, OH
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Ridge area is the $1.24 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Windsor Terrace in the in the Dover Village neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Forest Ridge apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Pine Run Townhomes starting at $1,189 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Dover Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Terrace | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Pine Run Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Waynedale Circle Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| TIMBER RIDGE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Authentix Huber Heights | Studio Horizon Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
| Camellia Court | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Ridge, Dayton, OH
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forest Ridge, Dayton, OH
Wright Brothers Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Ridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Ridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Ridge is under $1,189.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Ridge is Windsor Terrace which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Forest Ridge costs $2,021.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Ridge?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Forest Ridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Forest Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Forest Ridge have an average cost of $148 which is $1,873 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Ridge.
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