Average Rent in Dayton, OH
What is the average rent in Dayton, OH?
The average listed apartment rent in Dayton, OH is $1,453 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 135 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
10 apartment buildings, 135 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Dayton, OHCheapest
$650/mo
Fox Hunt Apartments
Properties
10
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Units
135
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Dayton, OH Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Fox Hunt Apartments
2095 Valley Greene Dr, Dayton, OH 45440, USA
The Chamberlain Apartments I & II
Leasing Office, 39 Central Ave, Dayton, OH 45406, USA
The Flats at Wilmington Pike
3217 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
The Wynds
3970 Parliament Pl, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Villas of Kettering
4201 Lesher Dr, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Flats on Jefferson
100 N Jefferson St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
The Flight at Dayton
605 Alberta St, Dayton, OH 45409, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fox Hunt Apartments 2095 Valley Greene Dr, Dayton, OH 45440, USA | $650 | $979 | -- | 3.9 (280) | 55 |
| 2 | The Chamberlain Apartments I & II Leasing Office, 39 Central Ave, Dayton, OH 45406, USA | $650 as of Oct 17 | $690 | $1.43/ft² | 3.7 (49) | 4 |
| 3 | The Flats at Wilmington Pike 3217 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45429, USA | $725 | $725 | $1.61/ft² | -- | 1 |
| 4 | The Wynds 3970 Parliament Pl, Dayton, OH 45429, USA | $875 | $954 | $1.30/ft² | 4.1 (97) | 8 |
| 5 | Villas of Kettering 4201 Lesher Dr, Dayton, OH 45429, USA | $950 | $1,117 | $1.20/ft² | 3.8 (23) | 3 |
| 6 | Flats on Jefferson 100 N Jefferson St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA | $995 | $1,040 | $2.05/ft² | 2.7 (12) | 4 |
| 7 | The Flight at Dayton 605 Alberta St, Dayton, OH 45409, USA | $1,049 | $1,049 | $0.71/ft² | 4.5 (276) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Fox Hunt Apartments
3.9 (280)2095 Valley Greene Dr, Dayton, OH 45440, USA
The Chamberlain Apartments I & II
3.7 (49)Leasing Office, 39 Central Ave, Dayton, OH 45406, USA
The Flats at Wilmington Pike
3217 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
The Wynds
4.1 (97)3970 Parliament Pl, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Villas of Kettering
3.8 (23)4201 Lesher Dr, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Flats on Jefferson
2.7 (12)100 N Jefferson St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
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Dayton, OH neighborhoods
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Dayton, OH Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Dayton, OH is $1,453 per month, based on 135 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $650 at Fox Hunt Apartments to $2,975 at ELEMENT OAKWOOD APARTMENTS.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $923/mo | $725/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $1,469/mo | $875/mo | 27 |
| 2 Bed | $2,011/mo | $950/mo | 47 |
| 3 Bed | $1,753/mo | $1,200/mo | 3 |
| 4 Bed | $1,049/mo | $1,049/mo | 1 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Dayton, OH, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Dayton, OH averages $1,469/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,011/mo. At the local median household income of $43,454, that works out to 40% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Dayton, OH at $866/mo. The current tracked market average runs 68% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Dayton, OH while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dayton, OH?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$58,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,453/mo.
Comfortable income
$70,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($650/mo), you need to earn at least $26,000/year.
Median household income in Dayton, OH is $43,454 , about 38% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Dayton, OH
Overall prices in Dayton, OH runs below the national average by about 8% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 92.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Dayton, OH's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,453 |
| Utilities | $322 |
| Groceries | $508 |
| Transportation | $768 |
| Healthcare | $375 |
| Other goods and services | $600 |
| Estimated total | $4,027/mo |
Population
136,741
Median household income
$43,454
Census median rent
$866/mo
Census rent burden
30.8%
Median age
34.2
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Ohio
How Dayton, OH rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Dayton, OH | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | $1,786 | +23% | -1.4% | 65 |
| Cleveland, OH | $1,922 | +32% | +30.8% | 29 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $2,096 | +44% | +0.4% | 19 |
| Canton, OH | $1,259 | -13% | -31.9% | 9 |
| Kettering, OH | $1,048 | -28% | +0.4% | 9 |
| Toledo, OH | $1,216 | -16% | +5.3% | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Dayton, OH?
The average listed apartment rent in Dayton, OH is $1,453 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 135 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Dayton, OH?
The median asking rent in Dayton, OH is $1,200 per month, computed from 135 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,453/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Dayton, OH?
The lowest available rent in Dayton, OH starts at $650 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dayton, OH?
1-bedroom apartments in Dayton, OH average $1,469/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $875/mo across 27 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dayton, OH?
2-bedroom apartments in Dayton, OH average $2,011/mo. Units start from $950/mo across 47 units currently listed.
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