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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 Studio unit found at Rockwood Apartments priced from $700. Chamberlain I & II Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $722. Here are the most affordable University Row apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockwood ApartmentsStudio C, LStudio,1BA$700
Chamberlain I & II Apartments1A1BR,1BA$722
320 Grafton Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Riverstone ApartmentsConveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ...1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Row area is the $0.89 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Grafton House in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value University Row apartment is the 3c Model at Stratford House starting at $1,699 with a $1.31 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.
Grafton HouseTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.89
Stratford House3c3BR,2.5BA$1.31
The LandingWyandot 12BR,2.5BA$1.19
220 Rockwood Ave, Unit 220 Rockwood220 Rockwood Ave3BR,1BA$0.76
The Livery1x11BR,1BA$0.99
1824 Elsmere Ave, Unit #21824 Elsmere Ave2BR,1BA$0.89
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
2715 Riverside Dr, Unit B2715 Riverside Dr2BR,2BA$1.03
603 Rockford Ave, Unit 1603 Rockford Ave1BR,1BA$0.80
Riverstone ApartmentsConveniently located 1 BD 1 BA apartments! off ...1BR,1BA$1.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Row, Dayton, OH

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Row

What type of rentals are currently available in University Row?

There are currently 611 Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,406. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Row ranging from $595 to $3,400.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Row ranges from $595 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,220.

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