Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Dayton, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Dayton, OH rent rose 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,050/month. Renters today are paying $53 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Dayton sits 45.9% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, making it one of the more accessible Midwest metros for renters seeking value. The market offers 521 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Dayton rent for $788/month, 1-bedrooms for $750/month, 2-bedrooms for $975/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,335/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,785/month. This range reflects the variety of unit sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Forest Ridge Quail Hollow saw rents fall by 72.1% year over year to $725/month, while Gateway and Five Points also experienced large declines of 66.0% and 50.8%, respectively. These drops contrast with the overall citywide rent increase and show localized market softness.
Median rent
Median rent in Dayton
$1,050/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Dayton is $1,050 per month as of August 2026. This is 46% below the national average rent, or $890 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Dayton
521
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 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 increased by 5% 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 $900, whereas a house costs $1,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Dayton run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $787 | No Change | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $750 | No Change |  3% | |
2 bedroom | $975 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,335 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $1,785 | 10% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belmont | $1,070 | |
Downtown Dayton | $1,100 | |
Fairview | $795 | |
Five Oaks | $880 | |
Grafton Hill | $962 | |
North Riverdale | $800 | |
Santa Clara | $795 | |
Shroyer Park | $1,295 | |
Walnut Hills | $1,075 | |
Westwood | $950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $900 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,100 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,300 | 5% | No Change | |
Rooms | $856 | 11% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$787
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,335
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,785
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
7%
North Riverdale
Average rent
$800
Grafton Hill
Average rent
$962
Shroyer Park
Average rent
$1,295
Westwood
Average rent
$950
Downtown Dayton
Average rent
$1,100
Belmont
Average rent
$1,070
Fairview
Average rent
$795
Santa Clara
Average rent
$795
Five Oaks
Average rent
$880
Walnut Hills
Average rent
$1,075
Apartments
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$856
Last 30 days
11%
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
4%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Dayton, OH is 48% lower than the median rent in Beavercreek, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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15%$1,410
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11%$1,150
20%$1,100
32%$1,299
12%$1,050
1%$1,145
9%$1,154
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 | 2% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 7% higher |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Dayton, OH
5d+ ago
North Riverdale apartment for rent in Dayton
2 beds
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
Available May 11
3d ago
North Riverdale apartment for rent in Dayton
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 29
5d+ ago
North Riverdale apartment for rent in Dayton
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 4
1d ago
2323 Riverside Dr, Dayton, OH 45405
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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
3d ago
Verified
2375 Eagle Ridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45459
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$944–$1,344
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
933 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420
1–2 beds
0–1 bath
$824–$1,048
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 22
5d+ ago
Verified
4600 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$830
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4705 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4600 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$830
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3805 Briar Pl, Dayton, OH 45405
2 beds
2 baths
$1,095
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4705 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1053 1053 - 1059 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
933 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420
2 beds
0 baths
$890
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2500 Orchard Dr, Dayton, OH 45426
2 beds
1 bath
$918
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 2
5d+ ago
Verified
605 Alberta St, Dayton, OH 45409
2 beds
2 baths
$2,049
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4403 Burkhardt Avenue ##B1, Dayton, OH 45431
2 beds
1 bath
$725
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 $1,050 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Dayton?
Average rent prices in Dayton have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 $890 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Dayton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Dayton are Fairview ($795/mo), Santa Clara ($795/mo), and North Riverdale ($800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Dayton?
To comfortably afford rent in Dayton, you'd need to earn approximately $42,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Dayton?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Dayton average around $740/month and two-bedrooms approximately $950/month.
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).