Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $600 (37 Rentals)

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2806 N Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2806 N Main St

2806 N Main StDayton, OH 45405
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56 Fernwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

56 Fernwood Ave

56 Fernwood AveDayton, OH 45405
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130 Fernwood Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

130 Fernwood Ave

130 Fernwood AveDayton, OH 45405
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2025 Catalpa Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

2025 Catalpa Dr

2025 Catalpa DrDayton, OH 45406

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231-239 Ryburn Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

231-239 Ryburn Ave

231-239 Ryburn AveDayton, OH 45405
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2039 Emerson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2039 Emerson Ave

2039 Emerson AveDayton, OH 45406
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Emerson Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Emerson Apartments

2210 Emerson AveDayton, OH 45406
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207 Ryburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

207 Ryburn Ave

207 Ryburn AveDayton, OH 45405
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2100 Auburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2100 Auburn Ave

2100 Auburn AveDayton, OH 45406
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2367 Rustic Rd
Studio Apartments

2367 Rustic Rd

2367 Rustic RdDayton, OH 45406
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420 Parkwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

420 Parkwood Ave

420 Parkwood AveDayton, OH 45405

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2327 N Main St
Studio Apartments

2327 N Main St

2327 N Main StDayton, OH 45405
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21 Valley View Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21 Valley View Dr

21 Valley View DrDayton, OH 45405
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7-11 Marson Dr
Studio Apartments

7-11 Marson Dr

7-11 Marson DrDayton, OH 45405
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15 W Maplewood Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15 W Maplewood Ave

15 W Maplewood AveDayton, OH 45405
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203 Ryburn Ave
Studio Apartments

203 Ryburn Ave

203 Ryburn AveDayton, OH 45405

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2916 N Main St
Studio Apartments

2916 N Main St

2916 N Main StDayton, OH 45405
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221 Ryburn Ave
Studio Apartments

221 Ryburn Ave

221 Ryburn AveDayton, OH 45405
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910 Cherry Dr
Studio Apartments

910 Cherry Dr

910 Cherry DrDayton, OH 45406
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2671 N Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2671 N Main St

2671 N Main StDayton, OH 45405
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2029 Mayfair Rd
Studio Apartments

2029 Mayfair Rd

2029 Mayfair RdDayton, OH 45405
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Catalpa Manor
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalpa Manor

2030-2036 Catalpa DrDayton, OH 45406

Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Dayton and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

Hillcrest, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood Place2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, OH

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2056 Auburn Ave Model at 2056 Auburn Ave in the in the Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 540 Imo Dr Model at 540 Imo Dr, Unit 2 starting at $850 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2056 Auburn Ave2056 Auburn Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
540 Imo Dr, Unit 2540 Imo Dr2BR,1BA$1.00
Parkwood Place2 Bed 1 Bath w/ balcany2BR,1BA$1.45
412 W Parkwood Dr, Unit 1412 W Parkwood Dr2BR,1BA$1.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Dayton, OH

Ranked #81

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,100 at Parkwood Place.

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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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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.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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