Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (57 Rentals)

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Salemview Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Salemview Apartments

72 Central AveDayton, OH 45406
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Twin Towers Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Towers Place

250 Allen StDayton, OH 45410
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Omega Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Omega Senior Lofts

1461 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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Huffman Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huffman Place

100 Huffman AveDayton, OH 45403
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Midtown Dayton, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Dayton area of Dayton, OH is a Studio 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 Midtown Dayton apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS3Studio,1BA$650
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio,1BA$700
Flyer Pointe1 Bedroom - Medium1BR,1BA$739
320 Grafton1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$775
Wilmington Pointe1 Bed/1 Bath North1BR,1BA$790
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Riverstone ApartmentsConveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ...1BR,1BA$795
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Dayton, OH

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Dayton area is the $0.89 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Grafton House in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Midtown Dayton apartment is the 3c Model at Stratford House starting at $1,599 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grafton HouseTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.89
Stratford House3c3BR,2.5BA$1.23
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2 Bath Garden2BR,2BA$1.14
The Livery1x11BR,1BA$0.99
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Art Lofts at the Arcade1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1.28
118 Linden Ave, Unit Lower118 Linden Ave1BR,1BA$1.14
Riverstone ApartmentsConveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ...1BR,1BA$1.20
310-316 Superior Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.26

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Dayton, OH. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Midtown Dayton Neighborhood in Dayton, OH

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Dayton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown Dayton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown Dayton is at Chamberlain I & II Apartments listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Dayton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Dayton Apartment is $720 at Chamberlain I & II Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown Dayton is starting from $800 at Medford Apartments.

What is the most affordable Midtown Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeshore Place and starts from $960.

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!