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

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property at 628 W Norman Ave

$795

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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628 W Norman Ave

DaytonOH45406
property at 20 Forestdale Ave

$800 - $865

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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20 Forestdale Ave

FairbornOH45324

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property at 6229 Carmin Ave

$995

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6229 Carmin Ave

DaytonOH45417

Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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

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Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH

Pricing Updated: 05/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $550 to $6,329 with an overall median price of $1,876. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Germantown Meadows at $729, Walnut Hills Montgomery at $679, and Linden Heights at $855. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Germantown Meadows$729$7291
Walnut Hills Montgomery$850$6799
Linden Heights$939$8554
Arlington Heights$950$9501
Fairlane$950$9501
Highview Hills$950$9501
Pineview$950$9501
Old North Dayton$975$6994
Santa Clara$1,000$7254
Springfield$1,000$5503

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, OH is a 5 Beds unit found at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood priced from $560. Chamberlain I & II Apartments in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes5 Bed 3 Bath Apt with Shared Bath5BR,3BA$560
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS31BR,1BA$650
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$680
4644 Burkhardt Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Wright Landing Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Churchill Manor1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$715
Flyer Pointe1 Bedroom - Large1BR,1BA$749
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.21 price per square foot 48 Richmond Ave Model at 48 Richmond Ave, Unit 48 Richmond ave in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the Furnished Apartment Model at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes starting at $650 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Richmond Ave, Unit 48 Richmond ave48 Richmond Ave2BR,1.5BA$0.21
Prime at Wright Apartments and TownhomesFurnished Apartment4BR,3BA$0.44
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Townhouse Court ApartmentsCT 2B 1.5B2BR,1.5BA$0.95
108 E Norman Ave108 E Norman Ave2BR,1BA$0.99
Williamsburg Place Apartments2 Bdrm Garden Style2BR,1BA$0.95
Timberlake ApartmentsAugustine2BR,1BA$0.92
2715 Riverside Dr, Unit D2715 Riverside Dr1BR,1BA$0.85
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
1331 Chardon Ct, Unit Apartment C1331 Chardon Ct1BR,1BA$1.00

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Dayton, OH Area Reviews

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Affordable, convenient public transportation is available, and there are plenty of places to rent or buy.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?

There are currently 2027 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,329. There are also 266 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $650 to $5,995.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dayton ranges from $650 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,913.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dayton range from $600 to $6,329, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $610.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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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.

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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.