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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 $696. 320 Grafton Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable University Row apartments for rent in Dayton, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chamberlain I & II Apartments1A1BR,1BA$696
320 Grafton Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
310-316 Superior Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Executive House1 Bedroom standard1BR,1BA$775
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH

As of August 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Row area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3e Model at Stratford House in the in the Downtown Dayton neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value University Row apartment is the 1706 W Grand Ave Model at 1706 W Grand Ave, Unit 2 starting at $750 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the MacFarlane 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.
Stratford House3e3BR,2BA$1.04
1706 W Grand Ave, Unit 21706 W Grand Ave1BR,1BA$0.63
803 Uhrig Ave, Unit Apartment #4803 Uhrig Ave2BR,1BA$0.75
1824 Elsmere Ave, Unit #31824 Elsmere Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
Audubon Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Daytona Village ApartmentsThe Shiloh2BR,1BA$1.07
2715 Riverside Dr, Unit B2715 Riverside Dr2BR,1BA$0.99
Rockwood Apartments1 BD F1BR,1BA$1.01
1116 W Grand Ave, Unit Apartment 21116 W Grand Ave1BR,1BA$0.82
310-316 Superior Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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University Row, 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 Row

What type of rentals are currently available in University Row?

There are currently 607 Apartments for Rent in University Row, OH with pricing that ranges from $575 to $3,512. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Row ranging from $595 to $2,200.

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 $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,176.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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