Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Dayton, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Dayton, OH rent rose 2.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,025/month. Renters today are paying $25 more per month on average than last year, continuing a modest upward trend after a trough in 2025-04.
Compared to national trends
Dayton sits 46.0% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it one of the more accessible Midwest metros for renters seeking value. The city offers 630 total rentals across a mix of property types.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Dayton run around $665/month, 1-bedrooms around $750/month, and 2-bedrooms around $960/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,300/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,595/month. These figures reflect the range renters can expect across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Forest Ridge Quail Hollow rents fell 55.6% year over year to $1,107/month across 23 rentals, with Five Points and Gateway also seeing declines over 50%. This contrasts with the citywide rise of 2.5%, indicating a local cooldown in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Dayton
$1,025/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Dayton is $1,025 per month as of October 2026. This is 46% below the national average rent, or $875 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Dayton
630
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Dayton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Dayton, OH
Average rent prices in Dayton have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Dayton, OH
Rent prices in Dayton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Dayton is $850, whereas a house costs $1,295. 1-bedroom apartments in Dayton run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $920.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $665 | No Change |  22% | |
1 bedroom | $750 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $960 | 5% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,300 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $1,595 | 1% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belmont | $1,025 | |
College Hill | $810 | |
Downtown Dayton | $1,249 | |
Five Oaks | $900 | |
Linden Heights | $1,095 | |
North Riverdale | $800 | |
Old Dayton | $650 | |
Shroyer Park | $961 | |
Walnut Hills | $925 | |
Westwood | $950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $850 | No Change | 6% | |
Condos | $1,137 | 2% | 1% | |
Houses | $1,295 | No Change | 8% | |
Rooms | $788 | 4% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$665
Last year
22%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
2 bedroom
Average rent
$960
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
North Riverdale
Average rent
$800
Westwood
Average rent
$950
College Hill
Average rent
$810
Walnut Hills
Average rent
$925
Shroyer Park
Average rent
$961
Belmont
Average rent
$1,025
Five Oaks
Average rent
$900
Linden Heights
Average rent
$1,095
Downtown Dayton
Average rent
$1,249
Old Dayton
Average rent
$650
Apartments
Average rent
$850
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,137
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,295
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$788
Last 30 days
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Dayton, OH, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Dayton, OH compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Dayton and Beavercreek by all bedroom counts and property types.
Dayton
46%lower than the national median
6%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Dayton, OH is 42% lower than the median rent in Beavercreek, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,779
3%$1,338
7%$1,195
10%$1,095
20%$1,447
7%$1,164
3%$1,149
15%$1,000
$1,235
4%$899
36%$1,122
2%$1,100
13%Cost of living in Dayton, OH
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | No difference |
| Housing | 16% lower |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Dayton, OH
4d ago
119 Edgewood Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
1–2 beds
1 bath
$397–$740
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North Riverdale apartment for rent in Dayton
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 12
13h ago
2323 Riverside Dr, Dayton, OH 45405
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
132 132 and 134 Pleasant Ave, Dayton, OH 45410
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
58m ago
Verified
1031 Cambridge Station Rd, Dayton, OH 45458
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,199–$1,799
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
115 W Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$1,949
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4600 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$880–$1,030
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2375 Eagle Ridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45459
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$944–$1,448
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
6045 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,019–$1,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4600 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$880–$1,030
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
35m ago
58m ago
Verified
1031 Cambridge Station Rd, Dayton, OH 45458
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,199–$1,799
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
35m ago
14h ago
Verified
115 W Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$1,949
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
6045 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,019–$1,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2500 Orchard Dr, Dayton, OH 45426
2 beds
1 bath
$918
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 2
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Frequently asked questions for Dayton, OH
Quick answers to common questions about the Dayton rental market.
How much is rent in Dayton?
The average rent in Dayton is $1,025 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Dayton?
Average rent prices in Dayton have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Dayton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Dayton is 46% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $875 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Dayton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Dayton are Old Dayton ($650/mo), North Riverdale ($800/mo), and College Hill ($810/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Dayton?
To comfortably afford rent in Dayton, you'd need to earn approximately $41,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Dayton?
April offers the lowest rents in Dayton, while December stands out as the least competitive month with lower demand. These seasonal patterns create a 6.7% difference between peak August pricing and off-peak months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).