Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH from $500 (103 Rentals)

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1216 E Dorothy Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1216 E Dorothy Ln

1216 E Dorothy LnKettering, OH 45419
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TriLux Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

TriLux Apartments

3030 E Dorothy LnKettering, OH 45420
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Dayton's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Villas at Kettering
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Kettering

4201 Lesher DrKettering, OH 45429
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Huntley Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huntley Ridge

512 Aberdeen AveKettering, OH 45419
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The Wynds
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Wynds

3970 Parliament PlKettering, OH 45429
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Gateway at The Greene
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway at The Greene

3313 E Stroop RdKettering, OH 45440
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Kettering, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kettering Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kettering, OH is a Studio unit found at Dean Place Apartments in the Patterson Park neighborhood priced from $680. 538-544 Forrer Blvd in the Patterson Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kettering apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dean Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$680
538-544 Forrer Blvd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$800
Wilmington Pointe1 Bed/1 Bath North1BR,1BA$802
Van Buren Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$809
Prime W Apartments1 Bedroom Studio -1st Floor - Standard1BR,1BA$815
Burlington Woods - Chateaux L'AiglonStudioStudio,1BA$825
Sycamore Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$845
The WyndsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kettering area is the $0.98 price per square foot SoLuxe Model at SoDel in the in the Outer Centerville Kettering neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Kettering apartment is the 950 Irving Ave Model at 950 Irving Ave, Unit 950 starting at $556 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Patterson Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kettering apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SoDelSoLuxe2BR,1.5BA$0.98
950 Irving Ave, Unit 950950 Irving Ave5BR,2BA$0.35
Blackstone Apartments of CentervilleBlack Opal3BR,2BA$0.90
Pinetree Apartments in Kettering2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.11
The Flight2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Huntley Ridge2 Bedroom Apartment Small2BR,1BA$1.06
The Woods of CentervilleBeechtree/Walnut Springs2BR,1.5BA$1.10
The Commons at KetteringTwo Bed One Bath - 900 Sqft2BR,1BA$1.10
Heritage KnollTwo bed one bath2BR,1BA$1.10
Medford Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00

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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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Kettering, OH
Population: 55,103

Ranked #697

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kettering Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kettering?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kettering is at Dean Place Apartments listed at $680.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kettering Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kettering Apartment is $725 at 538-544 Forrer Blvd.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kettering is starting from $800 at Medford Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kettering Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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