
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, OH (48 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $665 | $1,957 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $725 | $2,752 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
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Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 21, 2025There are currently 4 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Amherst, OH neighborhoods that range in price from $665 to $1,957. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Amherst with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Downtown Amherst | 4 | $695 | $665 |
Largest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, OH is found at Redwood Amherst in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood and is 896 square feet priced from $1,699. Westwood Estates in the Brownhelm neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 560 square feet and currently listed start at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Amherst:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Redwood Amherst | Dogwood | 896 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
Westwood Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath Single Section | 560 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Concord Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 0 Sq Ft | $665 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 21, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, OH is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $665 at Concord Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Single Section Model at Westwood Estates starting at $1,300 in the Brownhelm neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $900. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Concord Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $665 |
Westwood Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath Single Section | $1,300 |
Redwood Amherst | Dogwood | $1,699 |
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Getting Around Amherst, OH
Walk Score®
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Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $900.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 896 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Redwood Amherst.
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