Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $700 (19 Rentals)

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1054 Brown St
Studio Apartments

1054 Brown St

1054 Brown StDayton, OH 45409
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Lawnview Apartments
Studio Apartments

Lawnview Apartments

201 Lawnview AveDayton, OH 45409
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739-755 Irving Ave
Studio Apartments

739-755 Irving Ave

739-755 Irving AveDayton, OH 45409
Student Housing

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Plumwood Terrace
Studio Apartments

Plumwood Terrace

147 Plumwood RdDayton, OH 45409
Student Housing
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1573 Wayne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1573 Wayne Ave

1573 Wayne AveDayton, OH 45410
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418 Alberta St
Studio Apartments

418 Alberta St

418 Alberta StDayton, OH 45410
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220 Warren St
3 Bedroom Apartments

220 Warren St

220 Warren StDayton, OH 45402
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1577 Wayne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1577 Wayne Ave

1577 Wayne AveDayton, OH 45410

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2 Ware Ave
Studio Apartments

2 Ware Ave

2 Ware AveDayton, OH 45410
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314 Lowes St
Studio Apartments

314 Lowes St

314 Lowes StDayton, OH 45409
Student Housing
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15-17 Mello Ave
Studio Apartments

15-17 Mello Ave

15-17 Mello AveDayton, OH 45410
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1806 Brown St
Studio Apartments

1806 Brown St

1806 Brown StDayton, OH 45409
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Element Oakwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Element Oakwood

310 Old River TrlDayton, OH 45409
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Medford Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Medford Apartments

275 Medford StDayton, OH 45410
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University Park, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Dayton, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Medford Apartments priced from $800. The Flight has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,060. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$800
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,060
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2 Bath Garden2BR,2BA$1,215
The Flats at South ParkPark I1BR,1BA$1,218

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, OH

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Garden Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 118 Pulaski St Model at 118 Pulaski St, Unit 118 starting at $1,500 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2 Bath Garden2BR,2BA$1.14
118 Pulaski St, Unit 118118 Pulaski St1BR,1BA$1.50
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
The Flats at South ParkPark I1BR,1BA$2.05
The FlightStudioStudio ,1BA$2.83
101 Fairground Ave, Unit A101 Fairground Ave2BR,1BA$3.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Dayton, OH

Ranked #59

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Park Neighborhood in Dayton, OH

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?

The cheapest apartment in University Park is The Flats at South Park which is listed at $1,218, while the average apartment in University Park costs $1,563.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?

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 4 regular apartments in University Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!