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Dayton, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dayton area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Estates priced from $1,175. Sheridan Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Dayton apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage EstatesStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
BLVD 4461DStudio,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ

As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dayton area is the $1.33 price per square foot 86 Hawthorne Ave Model at 86 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 86 Hawthorne Ave, Newark, in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Dayton apartment is the 9 Shephard Ave Model at 9 Shephard Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,900 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. 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.
86 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 86 Hawthorne Ave, Newark,86 Hawthorne Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
9 Shephard Ave, Unit 29 Shephard Ave3BR,2BA$1.93
337 Lyons Ave, Unit 2L337 Lyons Ave3BR,1BA$1.92
124-130 Ellis Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.88
905 Hunterdon St, Unit 2905 Hunterdon St3BR,1BA$2.20
1437 Munn Ave, Unit 1st flr apt1437 Munn Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
100 Chancellor Ave, Unit A18100 Chancellor Ave2BR,1BA$2.24
905 Bergen St, Unit 3A905 Bergen St2BR,1BA$2.24
22 Van Velsor Pl, Unit 2k22 Van Velsor Pl2BR,1BA$2.24
167 Shephard Ave, Unit B167 Shephard Ave2BR,1BA$2.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Dayton?

There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Dayton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $6,708. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dayton ranging from $1,300 to $4,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dayton ranges from $1,300 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,505.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dayton range from $1,900 to $6,611, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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