Cheap Homes for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $700 (3 Rentals)

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University Park, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, OH

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $1,447. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Flight starting at $999 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill 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/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.11
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
341 Park Dr, Unit 341A Park Drive341 Park Dr1BR,1BA$1.20
The Flats at South ParkPark I1BR,1BA$2.03
219 Park Dr, Unit A219 Park Dr1BR,1BA$1.38
101 Fairground Ave101 Fairground Ave2BR,1BA$3.77

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Dayton, OH

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in University Park, OH with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,200. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $750 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park ranges from $750 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,534.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Park range from $1,009 to $1,009, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.