
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (61 Rentals)
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Chamberlain I & II Apartments

Rockwood Apartments

1453 Harvard Blvd

20 W Mumma Ave

250 E Beechwood Ave, Unit 1

51 Marie Ave

Brookview Place

320 Grafton

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802 Uhrig Ave
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339 E Bruce Ave, Unit 2

1827 Elsmere Ave

2211 Rugby Rd

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803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #4

36-38 E Mumma Ave

58-60 Fountain Ave

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36-36 E Mumma Ave, Unit 36

1133 Linda Vista Ave

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602 Rockford Ave, Unit 1

2921 N Main St
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44 5 Oaks Ave

151 Niagara Ave, Unit 1

3665-3665 Otterbein Ave

2334 Davue Cir, Unit 2

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2616 Newport Ave

2715 Riverside Dr, Unit D
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2616 Newport Ave

302 W Grand Ave

321 W Norman Ave

3531 Otterbein Ave

445 Hunter Ave

The Sutton

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Bridges of Pine Creek

19 Ridge Ave

110 Cromwell Pl

152 Santa Clara Ave

Dayton View Commons II

King Court Apartments

505 Brookwood Ct

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Mount Vernon, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Studio Apartments | $1,092 | $650 | $1,537 |
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $575 | $2,795 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $695 | $3,102 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $1,000 | $3,406 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon area of Dayton, OH is a Studio unit found at Rockwood Apartments priced from $675. Chamberlain I & II Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwood Apartments | Studio C, L | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Chamberlain I & II Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 320 Grafton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Executive House | 1 Bedroom standard | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Audubon Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Riverstone Apartments | Conveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, OH
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $0.55 price per square foot 220 Rockwood Ave Model at 220 Rockwood Ave in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220 Rockwood Ave | 220 Rockwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| Grafton House | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| The Livery | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 108 E Norman Ave | 108 E Norman Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 36-36 E Mumma Ave, Unit 36 | 36-36 E Mumma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 802 Uhrig Ave | 802 Uhrig Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Stillwater Park Apartments in Dayton Ohio | Rent Now - Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment in Day... | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2715 Riverside Dr, Unit D | 2715 Riverside Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 1116 W Grand Ave, Unit Apartment #1 | 1116 W Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 339 E Bruce Ave, Unit 2 | 339 E Bruce Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mount Vernon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mount Vernon is at Rockwood Apartments listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment is $695 at Rockwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Vernon is starting from $925 at Rockwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Layne Apartments and starts from $1,500.
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