
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Dayton Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (59 Rentals)
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Lakeshore Place

Chamberlain I & II Apartments

1453 Harvard Blvd

Flyer Pointe

623 Hart St

9 Grove Ave

Wilmington House Roscommon Place

809-811 Herman Ave

475 W Grand Ave, Unit apt 16
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2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420

320 Grafton

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1717 E 3rd St, Unit Lower, Unit Lower

2351 E 5th St

846-848 Xenia Ave

323 Xenia Ave

136 Lexington Ave, Unit 1

Executive House

Audubon Crossing

Riverstone Apartments
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Rockwood Apartments

44 5 Oaks Ave

15-17 John St

Medford Apartments

410 Delaware Ave

Wilmington Pointe

Apartments at 310 Superior

Sycamore Square Apartments

2200 E 5th St

The Sutton
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22 Emmet St, Unit 17

Monument

22 Emmet St, Unit 10

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341 Park Dr, Unit 341A Park Drive, Unit 341A Park Drive

1039 Salem Ave, Unit Unit 3

The 503 Apartments

The Flats on Jefferson

925 Xenia Ave

Dayton View Commons II

Grafton Hill Apartments
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Twin Towers Place

Omega Senior Lofts

Georgetown Village

Huffman Place

Dayton 45 Apartments

21 John St

Hillside Village

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Midtown Dayton, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $640 | $1,537 |
| Midtown Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $575 | $2,795 |
| Midtown Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $725 | $3,102 |
| Midtown Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $960 | $3,512 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Dayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Dayton area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Chamberlain I & II Apartments priced from $650. 320 Grafton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Midtown Dayton apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain I & II Apartments | S3 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 320 Grafton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Executive House | 1 Bedroom standard | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Rockwood Apartments | 1 BD I & M | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 1 BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Medford Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Flyer Pointe | 1 Bedroom Medium Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Dayton, OH
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown 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 Midtown Dayton 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 Midtown 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 |
| Pinetree Apartments in Kettering | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420 | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Medford Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Art Lofts at the Arcade | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1116 W Grand Ave | 1116 W Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Rockwood Apartments | 1 BD I & M | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 1 BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1717 E 3rd St, Unit Lower | 1717 E 3rd St | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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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 320 Grafton listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Dayton Apartment is $650 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 The Flight and starts from $980.
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