
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (18 Rentals)
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Northwest, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Northwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $675 | $1,605 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $715 | $2,135 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $1,050 | $1,605 |
| Northwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,745 | $1,745 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Shiloh Gardens Independent Living priced from $779. Meadows of Catalpa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiloh Gardens Independent Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| Meadows of Catalpa | Christy | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $813 |
| Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments and Townhomes | Cuyahoga | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, OH
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.07 price per square foot 5317 Greencroft Dr Model at 5317 Greencroft Dr, Unit 5317 in the in the Northern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 3543 Otterbein Ave Model at 3543 Otterbein Ave, Unit 3543 starting at $1,250 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Wesleyan Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5317 Greencroft Dr, Unit 5317 | 5317 Greencroft Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| 3543 Otterbein Ave, Unit 3543 | 3543 Otterbein Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Stoneridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathStoneridge Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | Hickory | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Trotwood Commons | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 2334 Davue Cir, Unit Unit 2 | 2334 Davue Cir | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 151 Niagara Ave, Unit 1 | 151 Niagara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 706 N Broadway St, Unit A | 706 N Broadway St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest is Shiloh Gardens Independent Living which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Northwest costs $1,745.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest?
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 10 regular apartments in Northwest 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 Northwest?
Cheap apartments in Northwest have an average cost of $129 which is $1,616 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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