What is the average apartment size in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH?

The average size for a Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH apartment is 915 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Dayton?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Dayton is $1,465 per month, a 0.95% decrease from last years average of $1,479.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Dayton?

In Downtown Dayton, studios rent for $1,094 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,283 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,638 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,100 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Dayton?

The typical apartment in Downtown Dayton offers about 915 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Dayton?

Studio apartments in Downtown Dayton average 561 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 750 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,066 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,582 sq. ft.

Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Dayton?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Dayton ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 55% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Dayton?

In Downtown Dayton, 63% of households rent while 37% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 24, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Dayton is $1,465, a 0.95% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,479.

Studio Apartments at $1,094 offer the most budget-friendly option with 561 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 750 square feet for $1,283, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,638 offer 1,066 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,582 sq ft) for $2,100, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH

Last updated: February 24, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,465	915 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,094	561 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,283	750 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,638	1,066 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,100	1,582 sq. ft.

Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH have decreased by 0.95% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,479 to $1,465.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH (55%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH?

414 or 63% of the households in Downtown Dayton, Dayton, OH are renter-occupied while 246 or 37% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Dayton?

Belmont $827/month

Shiloh $879/month

Grafton Hill $891/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,093/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Dayton?

Oregon $1,294/month

Downtown Dayton $1,465/month

Webster Station $1,522/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Dayton, OH By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Webster Station	$1,522
Downtown Dayton	$1,465
Oregon	$1,294
Wesleyan Hill	$1,013
Shroyer Park	$925
Northridge Estates	$901
Eastern Hills	$894
Grafton Hill	$891
Shiloh	$879
Belmont	$827

Dayton | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Dayton is 77% higher than in Belmont

$1,465

Downtown Dayton rent is the same as Dayton average

Average Rent $1,465

$827

Belmont rent is 44% lower than Dayton average

Average Rent $827

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Dayton apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.