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51 Marie Ave

246 Basswood Ave

3222 Athens Ave

17 Maylan Dr

65 E Maplewood Ave

411 Baltimore St

31 N Elm St

302 W Grand Ave

136 Lexington Ave
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218-218 Klee Ave

3 Edgar Ave

250 E Nottingham Rd

262 E Nottingham Rd

20 Forestdale Ave

5900 Erica Ct

2705 Dryden Rd

510-512 Baltimore St

212 E Bruce Ave

2212 Sherer Ave
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1580 Glenbeck Ave

532 Deeds Ave

2032 Emerson Ave, Unit 2

3043 Idylwilde Blvd

4624 Catalpa Dr.

37-39 E Helena St

4105 Natchez Ave

628 W Norman Ave

110 Cromwell Pl

22 Emmet St
Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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8040 Mt Everest St

7608 Mt Whitney

7641 Dalmation Dr

4637 Sylvan Dr

2705 Dryden Rd

2705 Dryden Rd

1970 Parkhill Dr

1570 Shiloh Springs Rd

1205 Shaftesbury Rd

410 E Bruce Ave
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263-265 S Hedges St

4723 Genesee Ave

3537 Otterbein Ave

209 N Irwin St

8064 Mt Everest St

1936 Litchfield Ave

8209 Mount Washington Dr

65 Little St

461-481 N Broadway St

3136-3138 Hassler St
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Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,082 | $700 | $1,810 |
| Dayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,453 | $950 | $3,300 |
| Dayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,003 | $1,100 | $3,995 |
| Dayton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,733 | $1,450 | $2,250 |
| Dayton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,933 | $1,299 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dayton, OH
Pricing Updated: 03/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dayton, OH area range in price from $500 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $1,725. The three Dayton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Shroyer Park at $1,095, Hillcrest at $700, and Westwood Montgomery at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dayton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shroyer Park | $1,095 | $1,095 | 1 |
| Hillcrest | $1,154 | $700 | 8 |
| Westwood Montgomery | $1,160 | $700 | 6 |
| Santa Clara | $1,185 | $650 | 4 |
| Old North Dayton | $1,195 | $725 | 6 |
| Westwood | $1,195 | $700 | 11 |
| Southern Dayton View | $1,197 | $850 | 3 |
| North Riverdale | $1,200 | $650 | 11 |
| Wesleyan Hill | $1,222 | $925 | 3 |
| Little Richmond | $1,250 | $895 | 9 |
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 & Townhomes in the Faircreek Ridge neighborhood priced from $540. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime at Wright Apartments & Townhomes | 5 Bed 3 Bath Apt with Shared Bath | 5BR,3BA | $540 |
| Chamberlain I & II Apartments | S3 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Dean Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| Rockwood Apartments | 1 BD I & M | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 4644 Burkhardt Ave | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 320 Grafton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Wright Landing Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Churchill Manor | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH
As of March 28, 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 Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Grafton House starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Richmond Ave, Unit 48 Richmond ave | 48 Richmond Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.21 |
| Grafton House | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #4 | 803 Uhrig Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Prime at Wright Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.73 |
| 802 Uhrig Ave | 802 Uhrig Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Timberlake Apartments | Augustine | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 2715 Riverside Dr, Unit D | 2715 Riverside Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 250 E Beechwood Ave, Unit 1 | 250 E Beechwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 4644 Burkhardt Ave | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton
What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?
There are currently 2007 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $540 to $6,171. There are also 279 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $650 to $3,995.
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 $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,607.
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 $6,171, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $590.
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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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