Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dayton Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $700 (14 Rentals)

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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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305 Osborne Ter
1 Bedroom Apartments

305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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103 Chancellor
Studio Apartments

103 Chancellor

103 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Wainwright Street Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Luxury Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luxury Apartments

6 Pomona AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Elizabeth Goldsmith
2 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Goldsmith

691 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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603 Elizabeth Avenue
3 Bedroom Apartments

603 Elizabeth Avenue

585 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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469 Elizabeth Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

469 Elizabeth Ave

463 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Dayton, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage EstatesStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.80 price per square foot 9 Shephard Ave Model at 9 Shephard Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 176 Scheerer Ave Model at 176 Scheerer Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,850 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9 Shephard Ave, Unit 29 Shephard Ave3BR,2BA$1.80
176 Scheerer Ave, Unit 2176 Scheerer Ave4BR,1BA$2.38
124-130 Ellis Ave1 BedroomStudio ,1BA$1.83
103 Willoughby St, Unit 1st fl103 Willoughby St3BR,1BA$2.35
304-306 Renner Ave, Unit 1304-306 Renner Ave3BR,1BA$2.10
59 E Runyon St, Unit 359 E Runyon St3BR,1BA$2.20
907 Bergen St, Unit 3907 Bergen St2BR,1BA$2.24
905 Bergen St, Unit 3A905 Bergen St2BR,1BA$2.24
22 Van Velsor Pl, Unit 2k22 Van Velsor Pl2BR,1BA$2.24
167 Shephard Ave, Unit B167 Shephard Ave2BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dayton, Newark, NJ

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dayton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dayton is at Sheridan Gardens listed at $1,250.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,175 at Heritage Estates.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dayton is starting from $2,150 at Sheridan Gardens.

What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments and starts from $3,269.

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