
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $600 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverdale area of Dayton.


Rockwood Apartments

320 Grafton

616 Rockford Ave

36 Mcowen St
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10-12 W Helena St

16-18 W Helena

462 Forest Ave

1131 Riverside Dr

1151 N Main St
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112-120 Shaw Ave

Elite Manor

1520 N Main St

1141 N Main St

Asbury Apartments
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Riverdale, Dayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Studio Apartments | $725 | $700 | $750 |
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $769 | $650 | $800 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $800 | $2,296 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverdale Neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320 Grafton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Rockwood Apartments | 1 BD I & M | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, OH
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1 BD I & M Model at Rockwood Apartments in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 320 Grafton starting at $800 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwood Apartments | 1 BD I & M | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 320 Grafton | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1019 Old Orchard Ave, Unit 3 | 1019 Old Orchard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $795 at Rockwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverdale is starting from $1,025 at Rockwood Apartments.
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