
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, OH from $500 (42 Rentals)
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Normandy House Apartments

Hapmshire Farms

Eagle Ridge Landing - Ryan Homes

Westwood Estates

Central Village

Tower Regency & Tower Garden

Lorain Pointe Senior Apartments
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Evergreen Village

Pinebrook Tower Apartments

Sycamore Square

Concord Apartments

402 E Main St

Parkwood Manor

1415 Herbert Dr

Erie West Mobile Home Park
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1421-1423 Herbert Dr

Oberlin Ave Apartments

The Oaks

Baron Arms Apartments

Colony Apartments

The Willows

Nantucket Apartments

Fairway East Apartment Homes
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Pentamen Arms

4652 Oberlin Ave

1010-1014 Kingsway Dr

Elizabeth Towers

Oak Hills West Apartments

5707 Ashland Ave

Jenna Terrace Apartments

Liberty Circle Apartments
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Beavercrest Gardens

Marina View Apartments

Harmony Square Apartments

Williamsburg Square

The Village at Lighthouse Point

1116 Kingsway Dr

Almadien Village

Meadow Oaks Apartments
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Princess Anne Studios

Oberlin Manor
Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $725 | $1,825 |
| Downtown Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $825 | $2,450 |
| Downtown Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $1,000 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, OH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Amherst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Amherst area of Amherst, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Concord Apartments priced from $725. Tower Regency & Tower Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Downtown Amherst apartments for rent in Amherst, OH:
| 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 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lorain Pointe Senior Apartments | Senior Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| Redwood Amherst | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Amherst, OH
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Amherst area is the $1.53 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Amherst in the in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood starting from $2,024. The second greatest value Downtown Amherst apartment is the 1BR/1BA Model at Pinebrook Tower Apartments starting at $950 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Bartish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Amherst | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Lorain Pointe Senior Apartments | Senior Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH
Powers Elementary School
Marion L Steele High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Amherst Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Amherst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Amherst Apartment is $725 at Concord Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Amherst is starting from $825 at Concord Apartments.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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