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1580 Glenbeck Ave

3136-3138 Hassler St

2705 Dryden Rd

1962 West Alex Bell Road

208 Indiana Ave

115 E Foraker St

1962 West Alex Bell Road
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1515 Wyoming St

1025 Broadview Blvd S

5337 Dunmore Dr, Unit Shadow Creek, Unit Shadow Creek

1925 Brookline Ave

31 Bidleman St

1770 Suman Ave

1430 Coventry Rd

4042 Ellery Ave
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1411 Wyoming St

1671 Gummer Ave

227 James St

227 James St

228 James St

2413 S Smithville Rd

20 Lucerne Ave

4145 S Dixie Dr
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4145 S Dixie Dr

237-239 Wyoming St, Unit 239

2306 Alice St

412 Kolping Ave

257 Medford St

408 Towanda Cir

2526 Kennedy Ave

854 Santa Cruz Ave
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1029 Blakley Dr

1520 S Smithville Rd

244 Quitman St, Unit A, Unit A

1411 Lake Pointe Way, Unit 5, Unit 5

2801 Kenmore Ave

1934 Farmside Dr

1449 Woodman Dr

2212 Farmside Dr
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2132 Wayne Ave

1020 Walnut Hill Pl
Kettering, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kettering?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,328 | $825 | $2,300 |
| Kettering 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,809 | $1,195 | $4,600 |
| Kettering 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,166 | $1,425 | $3,995 |
| Kettering 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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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. Colonial Court in the Patterson Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $788. 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 |
| Colonial Court | One bedroom apartment | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| 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 |
| Sycamore Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Wyoming Hills | Ridgewood | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| 2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420 | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kettering area is the $1.04 price per square foot SoLuxe Model at SoDel in the in the Outer Centerville Kettering neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Kettering apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Creekside Villas 55+ Affordable Community starting at $1,199 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Outer Centerville Kettering 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoDel | SoLuxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Creekside Villas 55+ Affordable Community | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Blackstone Apartments of Centerville | Onyx 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Woodman Park | Floor Plan C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| 4709 Croftshire Dr, Unit 2A | 4709 Croftshire Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Heritage Knoll | Two bed one bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2308 Wayne Avenue Dayton 45420 | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Dean Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 3821 Wayne Ave | 3821 Wayne Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 4612 Croftshire Dr | 4612 Croftshire Dr | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kettering
What type of rentals are currently available in Kettering?
There are currently 578 Apartments for Rent in Kettering, OH with pricing that ranges from $640 to $6,326. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kettering ranging from $825 to $4,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kettering?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kettering ranges from $825 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kettering?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kettering range from $960 to $6,326, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,589.
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