4461 Oberlin Ave
LorainOH44053
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, OH from $700 (2 Rentals)
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2001 Cooper Foster Park Rd
AmherstOH44001
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Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Amherst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,097 | $1,095 | $1,100 |
| Downtown Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
| Downtown Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, OH.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Amherst, OH
As of July 23, 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 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Evergreen Village starting at $1,149 with a $1.41 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 |
| Evergreen Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Pinebrook Tower Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Amherst, Amherst, OH
Powers Elementary School
Amherst Exempted Village School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (1116)
6 out of 10
Marion L Steele High School
Amherst Exempted Village School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (990)
7 out of 10
Walter G. Nord Middle School
Amherst Exempted Village School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (553)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Amherst
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Amherst?
There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Amherst, OH with pricing that ranges from $725 to $2,475. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Amherst ranging from $750 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Amherst?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Amherst ranges from $750 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,351.
Expert Rental Resources
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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