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Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH

Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $575 to $5,620 with an overall median price of $1,689. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wesleyan Hill at $800, Germantown Meadows at $850, and Westwood Montgomery at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wesleyan Hill$800$8001
Germantown Meadows$850$8501
Westwood Montgomery$850$8254
Stoney Ridge$899$8502
Dayton International Airport$899$6501
College Hill Montgomery$900$9001
Southern Dayton View$950$8506
North Riverdale$975$62517
Santa Clara$987$7992
Old North Dayton$1,000$1,0001

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Audubon Crossing in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood priced from $388. Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$388
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes3 Bed 1.5 Bath TH3BR,1BA$575
Churchill Manor1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$675
Avalon PlaceOne Bedroom Garden Dishwasher1BR,1BA$699
Wright Landing Apartment1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Chamberlain I & II Apartments1A1BR,1BA$719
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
310-316 Superior Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Colonial CourtOne bedroom apartment1BR,1BA$750
320 Grafton Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Apt Model at Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood starting from $540. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 3 BD G&H Model at Rockwood Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton 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.
Prime at Wright Apartments and Townhomes4 Bed 2 Bath Apt4BR,2BA$0.36
Rockwood Apartments3 BD G&H3BR,2BA$0.87
220 Rockwood Ave, Unit 220 Rockwood220 Rockwood Ave3BR,1BA$0.64
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Townhouse Court ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Breckenridge Apartments2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.93
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.45
Timberlake ApartmentsAugustine2BR,1BA$0.92
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$0.96
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00

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Dayton, OH Area Reviews

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February 26, 2025

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 2004 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $575 to $5,620. There are also 212 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $650 to $3,700.

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 $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,692.

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 $575 to $5,620, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $590.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.