
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the MacFarlane Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (45 Rentals)
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1121 Riverside Dr

57 W Great Miami Blvd

Riverstone Apartments

307-309 Delaware Ave

22 Emmet St, Unit 19

22 Emmet St, Unit 15

3629 W Third St
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948 Westwood Ave

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314 Ethel Ave

726 Taylor St

1039 Salem Ave, Unit 3

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607 E 5th St

255 N Main St, Unit 33

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Delco Lofts

1105-1107 Grafton Ave

Dayton View Commons II

May-Lin Manor

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Georgetown Village

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113 Niagara Ave

113 Niagara Ave

Rice Terrace

1808 S Gettysburg Ave

Audubon Crossing

2350 Germantown St
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601 Randolph St

41 N Marion St

1067 Salem Ave

Bridges of Pine Creek

17 Niagara Ave

112-114 Rockwood Ave

Art Lofts at the Arcade

216 N Ardmore Ave

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MacFarlane, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in MacFarlane?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacFarlane Studio Apartments | $1,113 | $725 | $1,537 |
| MacFarlane 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $650 | $2,037 |
| MacFarlane 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $795 | $3,102 |
| MacFarlane 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $850 | $3,512 |
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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 $710. Audubon Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable MacFarlane apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain I & II Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Riverstone Apartments | Conveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Apartments at 310 Superior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 1067 Salem Ave | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| The Flats on Jefferson | 1 Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Monument | Jefferson | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Executive House | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Art Lofts at the Arcade | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in MacFarlane, OH
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the MacFarlane area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3a Model at Stratford House in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,772. The second greatest value MacFarlane apartment is the 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering starting at $1,447 with a $1.11 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford House | 3a | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Pinetree Apartments in Kettering | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| 1067 Salem Ave | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Rockwood Apartments | 2 BD D,K,A,N | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Audubon Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 607 E 5th St | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Executive House | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Art Lofts at the Arcade | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Riverstone Apartments | Conveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Chamberlain I & II Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 Monument listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom MacFarlane Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom MacFarlane Apartment is $710 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 $880 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.
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