
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Dayton, NY from $500 (49 Rentals)
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Fairmount Hills Apartments

Ellicott Oaks Apartments

Riley Brook Apartments

Wellman Building

BirchGrove of Salamanca

Colonial Apartments

Franklin Street Apartments

Claire Court Apartments
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Wynterbrooke Apartments

Bethel Estates 62 +

Strnad Drive Apartments

30 Water St

Oakwood Apartments

Washington Square Apartments

Bradford Place

Regency Court

Hallmark Village
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Hamburg Heights

Village Center

42-48 Water St

Village Pines Apartments

Maplewood Estates Apartment Homes

Big Tree Manor

Armor Heights

South Pointe Senior Apartments

The Glen
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Lincoln Square Apartments

Foster Brook Senior Apartments

Brookview Apartments

Sherwood Meadows Apartments & Townhomes

Camelot Village

5 Warsaw St

91 Sturges St

44 Rich

Springwood Apartments
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44 E Main St

Sunset Court Apartments

Fox Brook Townhomes

Luxury lakeside living in Hamburg

5454 Creekside Ct

7008 Erie Rd

102 Macamley St

148 Maple St

243 Niagara St
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396 Sudbury Rd

Colonial Court Apartments

114 Deer St

48 Water St
South Dayton, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dayton Studio Apartments | $875 | $750 | $1,000 |
| South Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $700 | $1,736 |
| South Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $825 | $3,300 |
| South Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $549 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available South Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Dayton, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. Fairmount Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Dayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| BirchGrove of Salamanca | 2bd 2nd floor | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $904 |
| Strnad Drive Apartments | 1-Bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 30 Water St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dayton, NY and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Dayton area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2 Bed- 2 Level Model at Village Pines Apartments in the starting from $1,670. The second greatest value South Dayton apartment is the Inner Townhome Model at Hillside Place starting at $1,775 with a $1.56 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for South Dayton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed- 2 Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Hillside Place | Inner Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| BirchGrove of Salamanca | 2bd 2nd floor | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Village Center | Garden/w patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Maplewood Estates Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Dayton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Dayton Apartment is $700 at Fairmount Hills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Dayton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Dayton is starting from $825 at Fairmount Hills Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Student Housing and starts from $549.
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