Cheap Apartments for Rent in the MacFarlane Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (49 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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113 Niagara Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

113 Niagara Ave

113 Niagara AveDayton, OH 45405

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Rice Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rice Terrace

2525 Lakeview AveDayton, OH 45417
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1067 Salem Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1067 Salem Ave

1067 Salem AveDayton, OH 45406
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Bridges of Pine Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridges of Pine Creek

3771 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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The Livery
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Livery

322 S Patterson BlvdDayton, OH 45402

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. 113 Niagara Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable MacFarlane apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS31BR,1BA$650
113 Niagara Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$650
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$700
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
1067 Salem Ave2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1BA$900
The 503 ApartmentsThe MaxwellStudio,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in MacFarlane, OH

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the MacFarlane area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $1,447. The second greatest value MacFarlane apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 1067 Salem Ave starting at $900 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the MacFarlane 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.
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.11
1067 Salem Ave2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$0.82
Rockwood Apartments2 BD D,K,A,N2BR,2BA$0.93
113 Niagara Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.67
Audubon Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Park Layne Apartments1BD (11th Floor)1BR,1BA$1.34
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

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Macfarlane, Dayton, OH

Ranked #9

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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 320 Grafton 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 $900 at 1067 Salem Ave.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.