Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northern Hills Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $400 (36 Rentals)

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505 Brookwood Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

505 Brookwood Ct

505 Brookwood CtDayton, OH 45405
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Valerie Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valerie Woods

3420-3498 Valerie Arms DrDayton, OH 45405
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2247-2263 Hepburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2247-2263 Hepburn Ave

2247-2263 Hepburn 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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Twin Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

4115 Free PikeDayton, OH 45416
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Tri-Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tri-Court

2675 N Gettysburg AveDayton, OH 45406
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Shiloh Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shiloh Villas

4000 Willow DrDayton, OH 45426
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Covenant Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Covenant Manor

4951 Covenant House DrDayton, OH 45426
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Trotwood Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trotwood Senior Lofts

702 E Main StTrotwood, OH 45426
Senior Living
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Northern Hills, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northern Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northern Hills area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadows of Catalpa priced from $795. Flats on Wolf Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $798. Here are the most affordable Northern Hills apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadows of CatalpaChristy1BR,1BA$795
Flats on Wolf Creek1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$798
Jalen Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$798
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$825
Trotwood CommonsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$845
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$888
Arbors NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Willowood ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$929
Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments in Harrison Township!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern Hills, OH

As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northern Hills area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2056 Auburn Ave Model at 2056 Auburn Ave in the in the Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Northern Hills apartment is the CT 2B 1.5B Model at Townhouse Court Apartments starting at $995 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northern Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2056 Auburn Ave2056 Auburn Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
Townhouse Court ApartmentsCT 2B 1.5B2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments in Harrison Township!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
802 Uhrig Ave802 Uhrig Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
Trotwood CommonsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.19
Siena Village Senior LivingThe Aspen2BR,1BA$1.41
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$1.15
Meadows of CatalpaAspen1BR,1BA$1.29
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.37
Arbors NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio, including Dayton. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northern Hills Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northern Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Northern Hills is Meadows of Catalpa which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Northern Hills costs $1,196.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northern Hills?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Northern Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northern Hills?

Cheap apartments in Northern Hills have an average cost of $230 which is $966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northern Hills.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.