Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IN from $500 (16 Rentals)

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Portledge Commons

505 Portledge Commons DrLafayette, IN 47904
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Dayton, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, IN is a Studio unit found at CNC Leasing Group Various Lafayette Locations in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood priced from $595. Stonecrest Apartments in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CNC Leasing Group Various Lafayette LocationsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Stonecrest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
CNC Leasing Group1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$650
CNC Leasing Group1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$695
Historic Downtown Apartments II2x12BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, IN and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.26 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Press in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 2x1B R Model at Village Square Apartments starting at $1,149 with a $1.16 price per square foot . 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.
The Press1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.26
Village Square Apartments2x1B R2BR,1BA$1.16
Murdock Gardens ApartmentsFERN Apartment WAITLIST CLOSED2BR,2BA$1.12
Waterford CourtTwo Bed One Bath (CN1)2BR,1BA$1.06
The Luna FlatsLuna - Individual Lease - 2bed2BR,2BA$1.10
Twyckenham ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Georgetown South1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Cross Winds Apartments1x1 800 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.25
CNC Leasing Group1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$0.99
Historic Downtown Apartments II2x12BR,1BA$1.28

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29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $650 at CNC Leasing Group.

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 $800 at Historic Downtown Apartments II.

What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CNC Leasing Group Various Lafayette Locations and starts from $1,195.

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