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47510-47534 Middle Ridge RdAmherst, OH 44001
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Westwood Estates
7055 Quarry RdAmherst, OH 44001
870 S Main St
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1300-1320 Shaffer DrLorain, OH 44053
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1027 Tower BlvdLorain, OH 44052
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2600 Reeves AveLorain, OH 44052
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1235-1331 Shaffer DrLorain, OH 44053
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2927-3005 Leavitt RdLorain, OH 44052
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4638-4640 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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Liberty Circle Apartments
2211 Tower BlvdLorain, OH 44053
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1400-1516 Herbert DrLorain, OH 44053
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4745 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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1814 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Beavercrest Gardens
3849 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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3540-3540 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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517-519 S Nantucket DrLorain, OH 44053
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Kingston Square
1816 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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3910 W Erie AveLorain, OH 44053
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Fairway East Apartment Homes
3730 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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Baron Arms Apartments
3830 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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Harmony Square Apartments
5001-5003 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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Pentamen Arms
1800 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Williamsburg Square
1824 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
330 W 17th St
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936 S Central Dr
936 S Central DrLorain, OH 44052
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Westlake Gardens
5009 W Erie AveLorain, OH 44053
808 E Erie Ave
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1979 E 42nd St
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1967 E 42nd St
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The Village at Lighthouse Point
3600 Jaeger RdLorain, OH 44053
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Almadien Village
2075 E Serenity LnLorain, OH 44053
2117 E 29th St
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Amherst, OH Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $725 | $1,825 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $825 | $2,450 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,264 | $1,000 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Amherst, OH
Pricing Updated: 09/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Amherst, OH area range in price from $725 to $2,450 with an overall median price of $2,095. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Amherst Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Amherst | $2,095 | $725 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Concord Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood priced from $725. Tower Regency & Tower Garden in the Bartish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $740 |
| The Wingate Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $895 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Evergreen Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1,149 |
| Lorain Pointe Senior Apartments | Senior Apartments | 1BR, 1BA | $1,685 |
| Redwood Amherst | Forestwood | 2BR, 2BA | $1,899 |
| The Villas at Quarry Ridge | Canterbury | 2BR, 2BA | $2,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, OH and Nearby
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.53 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Amherst in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood starting from $2,024. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the Canterbury Model at The Villas at Quarry Ridge in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood starting at $2,070 with a $1.60 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Redwood Amherst | Meadowood | 2BR, 2BA | $1.53 |
| The Villas at Quarry Ridge | Canterbury | 2BR, 2BA | $1.60 |
| Evergreen Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.41 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
| Lorain Pointe Senior Apartments | Senior Apartments | 1BR, 1BA | $2.70 |
| The Wingate Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Amherst, OH
Powers Elementary School
Amherst Exempted Village School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (1116)
6 out of 10
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Amherst Exempted Village School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (990)
7 out of 10
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8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $725 at Concord Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $825 at Concord Apartments.
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.
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