Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Row Neighborhood of Dayton, OH from $300 (81 Rentals)

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2312 Davue Cir, Unit 2
$900
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2312 Davue Cir, Unit 2

2312 Davue CirDayton, OH 45406
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100 Victor Ave, Unit 2
$1,000
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100 Victor Ave, Unit 2

100 Victor AveDayton, OH 45405
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$1,100

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524 Crestmore Ave

DaytonOH45417
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Valerie Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valerie Woods

3420-3498 Valerie Arms DrDayton, OH 45405
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Salemview Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Salemview Apartments

72 Central AveDayton, OH 45406
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2247-2263 Hepburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2247-2263 Hepburn Ave

2247-2263 Hepburn AveDayton, 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. 113 Niagara Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable University Row apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II ApartmentsS31BR,1BA$650
113 Niagara Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$650
320 GraftonStudioStudio,1BA$700
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio,1BA$700
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$775
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$795
The SuttonThe AshtonStudio,1BA$870
The Flats on Jefferson1 Bedroom - B1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH

As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Row area is the $0.69 price per square foot 2312 Davue Cir Model at 2312 Davue Cir, Unit Unit 2 in the in the Grafton Hill neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value University Row apartment is the 2056 Auburn Ave Model at 2056 Auburn Ave starting at $1,300 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill 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.
2312 Davue Cir, Unit Unit 22312 Davue Cir2BR,1BA$0.69
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
113 Niagara Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.67
Audubon Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
100 Victor Ave, Unit 2100 Victor Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
Art Lofts at the Arcade1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1.30
Riverstone Apartments1 BD Standard1BR,1BA$1.20
Apartments at 310 Superior1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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University Row, Dayton, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Dayton, OH. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $700.

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 $950 at Executive House.

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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