
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH from $500 (121 Rentals)
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Prime W Apartments

Chatham Village

Commons at Kettering

Chimneys of Oak Creek Apartments

Prime Square

Heritage Knoll

The Residenz

SoDel

1216 E Dorothy Ln
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TriLux Apartments

Villas at Kettering

Huntley Ridge

The Wynds

1580 Glenbeck Ave

Gateway at The Greene

Lakeshore Place

Flyer Pointe

Dean Place Apartments

323 Xenia Ave
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156 Gunckel Ave

Wilmington House Roscommon Place

118 Clay St, Unit 6

2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420

Orchard Glen

Colonial Village

Colonial Court

Medford Apartments

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219 Park Dr, Unit A

1304 Devon Ave
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1501 Rausch Ave

Wilmington Pointe

Woodman Park

Burlington Woods - Chateaux L'Aiglon

Sycamore Square Apartments

Wyoming Hills

The Woods of Centerville

2705 Dryden Rd

The Alpine

2705 Dryden Rd
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341 Park Dr, Unit 341A Park Drive

Eagle Ridge Apartments

Stonebridge Apartments

The 503 Apartments

1635 Watervliet Ave

Fox Hunt Apartments

313-315 Illinois Ave

Steeplechase

3100-3102 Linden Ave

2705 Dryden Rd
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Kettering, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kettering?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kettering Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $640 | $1,869 |
| Cheap Kettering 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $725 | $2,795 |
| Cheap Kettering 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $700 | $5,740 |
| Cheap Kettering 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $960 | $6,157 |
| Cheap Kettering 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $750 | $5,400 |
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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 $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kettering apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| 538-544 Forrer Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Colonial Court | One bedroom apartment | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Medford Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Wilmington Pointe | 1 Bed/1 Bath North | 1BR,1BA | $802 |
| Prime W Apartments | 1 Bedroom Studio -1st Floor - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Flyer Pointe | 1 Bedroom Medium Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Burlington Woods - Chateaux L'Aiglon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 613-619 Gainsborough Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kettering area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Pinetree Apartments in Kettering in the in the MacFarlane neighborhood starting from $1,447. The second greatest value Kettering apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Flight starting at $999 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Grafton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kettering apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinetree Apartments in Kettering | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| The Flight | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| 1608 Briedweng Ave, Unit 1608 | 1608 Briedweng Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Cedar Trail Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Medford Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420 | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Dean Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Woodman Park | Floor Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 341 Park Dr, Unit 341A Park Drive | 341 Park Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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 $750 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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