
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (24 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 | $650 | $750 |
| Northwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $908 | $575 | $1,605 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $700 | $2,085 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $795 | $1,605 |
| Northwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,745 | $1,745 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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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. Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. 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 |
| Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 bedroom Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, OH
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $0.64 price per square foot 3653 Karwin Dr Model at 3653 Karwin Dr, Unit 3653 in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the Oak Model at Broadmoor Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Little Richmond 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3653 Karwin Dr, Unit 3653 | 3653 Karwin Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Stoneridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathStoneridge Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2334 Davue Cir, Unit Unit 2 | 2334 Davue Cir | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 bedroom Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1116 W Grand Ave, Unit Apartment #1 | 1116 W Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 151 Niagara Ave, Unit 1 | 151 Niagara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 2112 Catalpa Dr, Unit 2 | 2112 Catalpa Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 203 Ryburn Ave, Unit 1 | 203 Ryburn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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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 11 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 $124 which is $1,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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