
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+)

Autumn Crest

Columbia Pointe

The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments

Clary's Crossing

Homes on Quaker Lane

Columbia Choice Apartments

Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows

TENmflats

Legacy at Twin Rivers

Orchard Park

eaves Columbia Town Center

The Brook At Columbia

Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia

Oakmont Village

Mt. Villa Apartments at Turf Valley

Autumn Town Center

Poplar Glen

3470 Plumtree Dr

7012 Warfield Rd

The Flats at Sandy Spring (Seniors 62+)

6091 Majors Ln

9365 Reader Ln

4940 Columbia Rd

5039 Green Mountain Cir

6079 Majors Ln
Dayton, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dayton Studio Apartments | $2,712 | $1,756 | $6,588 |
Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,660 | $1,046 | $8,455 |
Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $1,518 | $9,700 |
Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $2,119 | $10,000+ |
Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $2,740 | $6,602 |
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm in the Olney Town Center neighborhood priced from $1,046. Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,263. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,046 |
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,263 |
The Flats at Sandy Spring (Seniors 62+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Columbia Pointe | 1 BR 1 BA JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
Clary's Crossing | Calvert | 1BR,1BA | $1,646 |
Homes on Quaker Lane | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,652 |
Columbia Choice Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, MD and Nearby
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $2.22 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Brook At Columbia in the in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood starting from $4,065. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the The Patuxent Model at Dorsey Overlook starting at $3,300 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Taylor Village 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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The Brook At Columbia | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.22 |
Dorsey Overlook | The Patuxent | 3BR,3BA | $2.05 |
Orchard Park | Wyndemere (2/2) | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
Poplar Glen | The Dogwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
Cedar Place | Hickory | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
The Flats at Sandy Spring (Seniors 62+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Clary's Crossing | Georgetown | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Waverly Gardens Senior Community (62+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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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 TENmflats listed at $1,756.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton Apartment is $1,046 at HOC at Willow Manor LLC - Fair Hill Farm.
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 $1,699 at Harpers Forest.
What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbia Pointe and starts from $2,250.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.