Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, OH from $500 (43 Rentals)

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Westwood Estates
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Estates

7055 Quarry RdAmherst, OH 44001
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Central Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Central Village

455 S Main StAmherst, OH 44001
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Carriage House Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

165-167 Lincoln StAmherst, OH 44001
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Hapmshire Farms
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hapmshire Farms

6117 Oberlin RdAmherst, OH 44001

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Oberlin Ave Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oberlin Ave Apartments

4638-4640 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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The Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks

1400-1516 Herbert DrLorain, OH 44053
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Baron Arms Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Baron Arms Apartments

3830 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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402 E Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

402 E Main St

402 E Main StSouth Amherst, OH 44001
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Colony Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Apartments

4658 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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The Willows
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

4745 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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Nantucket Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nantucket Apartments

517-519 S Nantucket DrLorain, OH 44053
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Pentamen Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pentamen Arms

1800 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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4652 Oberlin Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4652 Oberlin Ave

4652 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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Elizabeth Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Towers

1040 Tower BlvdLorain, OH 44053
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5707 Ashland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5707 Ashland Ave

5707 Ashland AveLorain, OH 44053
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Beavercrest Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beavercrest Gardens

3849 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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Marina View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marina View Apartments

3540-3540 Beavercrest DrLorain, OH 44053
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Williamsburg Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamsburg Square

1824 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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1116 Kingsway Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1116 Kingsway Dr

1116 Kingsway DrLorain, OH 44052
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Parkwood Manor
Studio Apartments

Parkwood Manor

920 Kingsway DrLorain, OH 44052
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Almadien Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Almadien Village

2075 E Serenity LnLorain, OH 44053
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Meadow Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow Oaks Apartments

1750 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Princess Anne Studios
1 Bedroom Apartments

Princess Anne Studios

4240 Princess Anne CtLorain, OH 44052
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1415 Herbert Dr
Studio Apartments

1415 Herbert Dr

1415 Herbert DrLorain, OH 44053
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Oberlin Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oberlin Manor

1220 W 37th StLorain, OH 44053
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Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH Local Guide

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 Tower Regency & Tower Garden priced from $665. Concord Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Amherst apartments for rent in Amherst, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$665
Concord Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Pinecrest ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$800
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$850
Redwood AmherstForestwood2BR,2BA$1,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Amherst, OH

As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Amherst area is the $1.56 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Amherst in the in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood starting from $2,074. The second greatest value Downtown Amherst apartment is the 1BR/1BA Model at Pinebrook Tower Apartments starting at $850 with a $1.33 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AmherstMeadowood2BR,2BA$1.56
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.33
Pinecrest ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.33

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Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH

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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $665 at Tower Regency & Tower Garden.

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 $795 at Concord Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.