Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Dayton, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Dayton, OH rent slipped 2.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,000/month. Renters today are paying $12 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Dayton sits 47.4% 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 576 total rentals across a mix of property types.
Price ranges
Studios in Dayton run around $687/month, 1-bedrooms around $775/month, 2-bedrooms around $995/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,300/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,845/month. Apartments make up 61.4% of rentals, with houses at a median of $1,300/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Forest Ridge Quail Hollow rents fell 59.9% year over year to $1,000/month across 13 rentals. This decline is much steeper than the citywide 2.4% drop, showing a localized market shift.
Median rent
Median rent in Dayton
$1,000/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Dayton is $1,000 per month as of September 2026. This is 47% below the national average rent, or $900 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Dayton
576
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Dayton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Dayton, OH
Average rent prices in Dayton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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 $875, whereas a house costs $1,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Dayton run $770 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $935.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $687 | 5% | 10% | |
1 bedroom | $775 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $995 |  1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,300 | 1% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $1,845 | 1% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belmont | $959 | |
College Hill | $810 | |
Downtown Dayton | $1,200 | |
Five Oaks | $880 | |
North Riverdale | $775 | |
Old Dayton | $900 | |
Santa Clara | $795 | |
Shroyer Park | $961 | |
Walnut Hills | $810 | |
Westwood | $950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $875 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,000 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,300 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $831 | 10% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$687
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
10%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$775
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,845
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
North Riverdale
Average rent
$775
College Hill
Average rent
$810
Shroyer Park
Average rent
$961
Walnut Hills
Average rent
$810
Westwood
Average rent
$950
Belmont
Average rent
$959
Old Dayton
Average rent
$900
Five Oaks
Average rent
$880
Downtown Dayton
Average rent
$1,200
Santa Clara
Average rent
$795
Apartments
Average rent
$875
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$831
Last 30 days
10%
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
47%lower than the national median
3%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Dayton, OH is 46% lower than the median rent in Beavercreek, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,852
5%$1,365
41%$1,190
3%$1,145
10%$1,595
22%$1,233
16%$1,200
12%$1,100
21%$1,239
8%$950
2%$1,168
22%$1,100
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 | 2% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 7% higher |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Dayton, OH
1d ago
809 Herman Ave, Dayton, OH 45404
2 beds
1 bath
$575
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mount Vernon apartment for rent in Dayton
2 beds
1 bath
$675
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 28
4d ago
2323 Riverside Dr, Dayton, OH 45405
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2331 Rugby Rd, Dayton, OH 45406
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dayton
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
House for rent
7h ago
Verified
115 W Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$1,849
Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
2375 Eagle Ridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45459
1–2 beds
1 bath
$944–$1,226
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
933 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420
1–2 beds
0–1 bath
$824–$1,048
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 22
4d ago
Verified
6045 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
1–2 beds
1 bath
$945–$1,049
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
6426 Silver Pheasant Ct #NA, Dayton, OH 45424
4 beds
3 baths
$1,975
House for rent
Available Aug 31
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
$2,100
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 14
7h ago
Verified
115 W Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$1,849
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
933 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420
2 beds
0–1 bath
$890–$961
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
6045 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
2 beds
1 bath
$945–$1,019
Apartment for rent
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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 $1,000 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Dayton?
Average rent prices in Dayton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Dayton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Dayton is 47% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $900 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Dayton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Dayton are North Riverdale ($775/mo), Santa Clara ($795/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 $40,000/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).