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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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628 W Norman Ave

DaytonOH45406

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Valerie Woods

3420-3498 Valerie Arms DrDayton, OH 45405
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Salemview Apartments
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Salemview Apartments

72 Central AveDayton, OH 45406
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2247-2263 Hepburn Ave
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2247-2263 Hepburn Ave

2247-2263 Hepburn AveDayton, OH 45406
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Omega Senior Lofts

1461 Cornell DrDayton, OH 45406
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University Row, Dayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Row Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Row area of Dayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Chamberlain I & II Apartments priced from $650. 320 Grafton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable University Row apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS31BR,1BA$650
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$750
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$775
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Rockwood Apartments1 BD I & M1BR,1BA$795
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$795
Apartments at 310 Superior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
The SuttonThe AshtonStudio,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH

As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Row area is the $0.21 price per square foot 48 Richmond Ave Model at 48 Richmond Ave, Unit 48 Richmond ave in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value University Row apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Grafton House starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Row apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Richmond Ave, Unit 48 Richmond ave48 Richmond Ave2BR,1.5BA$0.21
Grafton HouseTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.89
2056 Auburn Ave2056 Auburn Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
Townhouse Court ApartmentsCT 2B 1.5B2BR,1.5BA$0.95
108 E Norman Ave108 E Norman Ave2BR,1BA$0.99
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
540 Imo Dr, Unit 2540 Imo Dr2BR,1BA$1.00
250 E Beechwood Ave, Unit 1250 E Beechwood Ave1BR,1BA$0.93
Rockwood Apartments1 BD I & M1BR,1BA$1.14
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$1.20

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University Row, Dayton, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Row Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Row?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Row is at 320 Grafton listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Row Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Row Apartment is $650 at Chamberlain I & II Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Row Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Row is starting from $817 at Audubon Crossing.

What is the most affordable University Row Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Row Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Art Lofts at the Arcade and starts from $1,068.

Expert Rental Resources

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Learn About the Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Dayton, OH

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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