
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, OH from $500 (50 Rentals)
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Mapleview Terrace Apartments

Frank Cook Senior Housing

Newark Townhomes

Sater Village Apartments

Meadowood

Fairfield Studio Apartments

Heathwood Village

Canal Crossing

Waterford Arms
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Cedargate

Colonial Village

Carol Crossing

Oak Valley Apartments

McMillen Woods Apartments

Mount Vernon Arms

The Apartments at Glenwood

Muirwood Village Apartments

Summerhouse Square

Kensington Village
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Crystal Lake

Coventry Apartments

Londondale Village

The Apartments at Fox Run

Kingswood Court Apartments

Courtship Village

Munson Crossing

908 Putnam Ave

80 High St

518 Maple Ave
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1119 Hollander St

576 Harding Rd

Troon Crossing

425 Mt Vernon Rd

91 W 5th St

380 N 40th St

906 Putnam Ave

Zane Commons

215 S Ewing St

518 Schaum Ave
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15 Arlington Ave

584 Harding Rd

325 Hudson Ave

865 Beech Ct

The Lofts at 4 Park Place

9090 Radcliffe Rd

718 Rice St

717 Spangler Dr

1135 Brandywine Blvd

MeadowBrook Apartments
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Brownsville, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brownsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Studio Apartments | $846 | $790 | $1,245 |
| Brownsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $500 | $1,625 |
| Brownsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $595 | $2,048 |
| Brownsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $770 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Brownsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brownsville, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Colony Terrace Apartments priced from $500. Mapleview Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $535. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brownsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Mapleview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $535 |
| Munson Crossing | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Canal Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cedargate | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Carol Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Mount Vernon Arms | 1 Bed Upstairs Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Meadowood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, OH and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brownsville area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3bd 1.5bth TH 1220 Model at McMillen Woods Apartments in the in the Park Trails neighborhood starting from $1,310. The second greatest value Brownsville apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Roxford Village starting at $1,500 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Cameron Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brownsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McMillen Woods Apartments | 3bd 1.5bth TH 1220 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Roxford Village | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Lofts at 4 Park Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Kensington Village | The Brentwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Carol Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Sandhurst | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Canal Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Munson Crossing | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Mapleview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Colony Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brownsville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brownsville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brownsville is at Fairfield Studio Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brownsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brownsville Apartment is $500 at Colony Terrace Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brownsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brownsville is starting from $655 at Munson Crossing.
What is the most affordable Brownsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brownsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mapleview Terrace Apartments and starts from $770.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.