
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ from $800 (7 Rentals)
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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 | $1,884 | $1,592 | $2,290 |
Dayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,273 | $4,120 |
Dayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,732 | $897 | $5,000 |
Dayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $1,033 | $5,417 |
Dayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dayton, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Valor Pointe in the Southfield Estates neighborhood priced from $900. Hunters Glen in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,740. 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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Valor Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Hunters Glen | 1×1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
Quail Ridge | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ and Nearby
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $2.62 price per square foot Coventry I Enhanced Model at Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $3,327. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the $2.02/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Model at Hadley Woods starting at $2,480 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Dunhams Corners 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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Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | Coventry I Enhanced | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Hadley Woods | $2.02/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.02 |
Lofts at Helmetta | Silver Creek | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Presidential Estates | FAMILY | 3BR,2BA | $2.49 |
Valor Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Somerset Mews | Two Bed - Renovated Kitchen | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Princeton Orchards Apartments | Upgraded 2-bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Wyndmoor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Barrett Country Club | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Livingston Gardens | Livingston Gardens - Remsen Ave - Renovated 1 ... | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Getting Around Dayton, NJ
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,740 at Hunters Glen.
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 $900 at Valor Pointe.
What is the most affordable Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valor Pointe and starts from $1,040.
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