Cheap Homes for Rent in Dayton Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $1,500 (10 Rentals)
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97 Lyons Ave
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Dayton, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,366 | $1,550 | $3,700 |
Dayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,856 | $2,350 | $3,400 |
Dayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,785 | $2,500 | $4,500 |
Dayton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 10 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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dayton area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Estates priced from $1,150. Sheridan Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,971 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $0.25 price per square foot 349 Lyons Ave Model at 349 Lyons Ave in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 83 Willoughby St Model at 83 Willoughby St, Unit 2 starting at $3,700 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Livingston 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. |
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349 Lyons Ave | 349 Lyons Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.25 |
83 Willoughby St, Unit 2 | 83 Willoughby St | 6BR,3BA | $2.31 |
295 Renner Ave, Unit 2 | 295 Renner Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.33 |
37 Hanford St, Unit 2L | 37 Hanford St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
905 Bergen St, Unit 2A | 905 Bergen St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Heritage Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Sheridan Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton
What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?
There are currently 124 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $4,000. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $1,550 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dayton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dayton ranges from $1,550 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,376.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dayton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dayton range from $1,750 to $4,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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