Cheap Apartments for Rent in the MacFarlane Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (44 Rentals)

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May-Lin Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

May-Lin Manor

1711-1715 McArthur AveDayton, OH 45417
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Salemview Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Salemview Apartments

72 Central AveDayton, OH 45406
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Omega Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Omega Senior Lofts

1461 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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Rice Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rice Terrace

2525 Lakeview AveDayton, OH 45417
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Audubon Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Audubon Crossing

119 Edgewood AveDayton, OH 45402
Senior Living
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The Livery
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Livery

322 S Patterson BlvdDayton, OH 45402
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MacFarlane, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available MacFarlane Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the MacFarlane area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Chamberlain I & II Apartments priced from $650. Rockwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable MacFarlane apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS31BR,1BA$650
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio,1BA$700
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$750
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$775
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$795
Apartments at 310 Superior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
The SuttonThe AshtonStudio,1BA$870
The Huffman at The Fire Blocks DistrictWilliam A.Studio,1BA$950
Art Lofts at the Arcade1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in MacFarlane, OH

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the MacFarlane 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 MacFarlane 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 MacFarlane 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
Grafton HouseTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.89
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Park Layne Apartments1BD (9th-10th Floor)1BR,1BA$1.30
607 E 5th StTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.36
Art Lofts at the Arcade1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1.30
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$1.20
Apartments at 310 Superior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$1.46
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio ,1BA$1.37

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Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Ohio and customized analysis for Dayton, Ohio. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap MacFarlane Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in MacFarlane?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in MacFarlane is at Rockwood Apartments listed at $700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom MacFarlane Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom MacFarlane Apartment is $650 at Chamberlain I & II Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in MacFarlane is starting from $817 at Audubon Crossing.

What is the most affordable MacFarlane Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap MacFarlane Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Art Lofts at the Arcade and starts from $1,068.

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