Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northern Hills Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $400 (42 Rentals)

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Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Dayton and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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505 Brookwood Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

505 Brookwood Ct

505 Brookwood CtDayton, OH 45405
Senior Living
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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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
Senior Living
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Tri-Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tri-Court

2675 N Gettysburg AveDayton, OH 45406
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Twin Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

4115 Free PikeDayton, OH 45416
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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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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Arbors North
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbors North

108-116 Turner RdDayton, OH 45415
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Bridges of Pine Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridges of Pine Creek

3771 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Jalen Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jalen Lofts

2979 Olive RdDayton, OH 45426

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

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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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 2334-2338 Davue Cir priced from $700. Meadows of Catalpa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Northern Hills apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2334-2338 Davue Cir1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$700
Meadows of CatalpaChristy1BR,1BA$795
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$825
Willowood ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$929
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$989
Townhouse Court ApartmentsCT 2B 1.5B2BR,1BA$995
Siena Village Senior LivingThe Aspen2BR,1BA$1,019
Trotwood CommonsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1,075
3840 Briar Pl3840- 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern Hills, OH

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northern Hills area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2247 Salem Ave Model at 2247 Salem Ave, Unit 2247 in the in the Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Northern Hills apartment is the 3840- 2 bedroom Model at 3840 Briar Pl starting at $1,095 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Philadelphia Woods 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.
2247 Salem Ave, Unit 22472247 Salem Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.04
3840 Briar Pl3840- 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Townhouse Court ApartmentsCT 2B 1.5B2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Trotwood CommonsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.26
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$1.52
Willowood ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.61

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 2334-2338 Davue Cir which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Northern Hills costs $1,025.

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 9 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 $211 which is $814 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.