
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateway Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $500 (3 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gateway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Studio Apartments | $1,621 | $780 | $3,870 |
| Gateway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $675 | $1,645 |
| Gateway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $690 | $2,173 |
| Gateway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $600 | $2,724 |
| Gateway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $610 | $2,724 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gateway Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateway, OH
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gateway 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 Linden Heights neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Gateway apartment is the The Sapphire Model at Emerald Lakes starting at $1,764 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gateway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Properties at Wright Field | Woods D - Non-Active Duty | 4BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Emerald Lakes | The Sapphire | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Promenade at Beaver Creek | The Tulip III | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Prime at Wright Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| The Lofts at Willow Creek | Estilo 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| TIMBER RIDGE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Peppertree Villas | The Huffman | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateway Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gateway?
The cheapest apartment in Gateway is Peppertree Villas which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Gateway costs $1,578.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gateway?
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 7 regular apartments in Gateway 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 Gateway?
Cheap apartments in Gateway have an average cost of $395 which is $1,183 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateway.
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