
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dayton Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $779 (37 Rentals)
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Heritage Estates

277 Clinton Pl

166 Chancellor Ave

167 Chancellor Ave

167 Chancellor Ave, Unit 19

229 Renner Ave

139 Mapes Ave

1 Vassar Ave, Unit Apt 3
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183 Keer Ave

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119 Lyons Ave, Unit Floor 3

1061 Bergen St

142 Mapes Ave, Unit 3

222 Osborne Terrace

195 Lehigh Ave

129 Chancellor Ave

595 Elizabeth Ave

305 Osborne Ter
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103 Chancellor Ave

Wainwright Street Arms

37 Mapes Ave, Unit 11

Elizabeth Goldsmith

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603 Elizabeth Avenue

469 Elizabeth Ave

901 Bergen St

44 Irving Ave
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19 Lyons Ave

410 Chadwick Ave

138 Schuyler Ave

14 Grant Ave

Sheridan Gardens

1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

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Bermudez Apartments

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Studio Apartments | $1,308 | $1,250 | $1,395 |
| Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $925 | $2,400 |
| Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $1,650 | $2,700 |
| Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $2,049 | $3,134 |
| Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,200 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Dayton Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments | The Forte | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.92 price per square foot 337 Lyons Ave Model at 337 Lyons Ave, Unit 2L in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 119 Lyons Ave Model at 119 Lyons Ave, Unit Floor 3 starting at $1,800 with a $2.57 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 337 Lyons Ave, Unit 2L | 337 Lyons Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 119 Lyons Ave, Unit Floor 3 | 119 Lyons Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments | The Forte | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Heritage Estates | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| 183 Keer Ave | 183 Keer Ave | 3BR,1BA | $25.00 |
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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 Heritage Estates 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 $1,475 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 $2,337 at Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments.
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 $2,996.
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