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Cleveland, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cleveland, OH

Pricing Updated: 09/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cleveland, OH area range in price from $550 to $25,773 with an overall median price of $4,226. The three Cleveland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mapleboro at $625, Libby Road at $625, and North Elyria at $595. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cleveland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mapleboro$950$6255
Libby Road$952$6251
North Elyria$1,000$5952
Orchard Villas$1,060$69815
Waterbury$1,095$5808
Mount Pleasant$1,150$55033
Noble Nela$1,150$80027
Robin Park$1,150$5805
South Elyria$1,150$5805
East Elyria$1,170$5807

Cheapest Available Cleveland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Prospect Yard in the Gateway District neighborhood priced from $451. Water's Edge in the Lakeland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cleveland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$451
Water's EdgeStudioStudio,1BA$610
Shaker CrossingOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$635
Lakeland CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$635
The VistaJunior1BR,1BA$660
3567 Bosworth Rd1 Bedroom-1BR,1BA$665
Indian Hills Senior CommunityStudio StandardStudio,1BA$670
Clifton Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$675
Dorchester Village ApartmentsA Suite1BR,1BA$690
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio & EfficiencyStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, OH

As of September 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cleveland area is the $0.47 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Cleveland apartment is the Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook starting at $940 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hessler 113 TownhomesCenter Unit6BR,3.5BA$0.47
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.57
427 E 156th St427 E 156th St3BR,1BA$0.80
12308 Rexford Ave, Unit upstairs12308 Rexford Ave3BR,1BA$0.86
Lafayette Village3 Bedroom Suite3BR,1.5BA$0.80
2065 Random Rd, Unit 2nd Floor2065 Random Rd2BR,1BA$0.68
The Balfour Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
4233 Ridge Rd, Unit 54233 Ridge Rd1BR,1BA$0.85
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.45
3567 Bosworth Rd1 Bedroom-1BR,1BA$0.81

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Cleveland Overview

As the unofficial capital of America’s north coast, the affection that the people of Cleveland have for their town is shared by the entire region. Clevelanders are not afraid of a little snow. You’ll see children riding sleds on sidewalks and snowball fights in the parks. When other cities shut down and shiver- Cleavlanders come out and play! If Jefferson Airplane wasn’t talking about Cleveland, they should have been, because Clevelenders really did build this city on rock and roll, and as the home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, they’ve got the chops to prove it. They’ve got a unique appetite as well. With heaping corned beef sandwiches, shockingly strange Polish Boy hot dogs, and plenty to offer in the 5-star restaurant department as well, eating is nothing to be sneezed at in Cleveland. Unlike in many large cities, walking is socially acceptable here. It’s ranked among many top 10 most walkable cities lists. Why would you want to miss all this culture by riding in a car anyway?

Why live in Cleveland, OH?

Known for its blue collar spirit, Cleveland is a welcoming place for hard working people of all kinds. Rock and Roll and gregarious attitudes prevail. Not that there’s no place for people who enjoy a little quiet time, and the finer things either. Cleveland has time for everybody and every mood- and it’s no exaggeration to say- something for everyone. And even better - the options in great apartments in Cleveland also abound!

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Getting Around Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Cleveland, OH Area Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Cleveland?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cleveland is under $695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cleveland?

The cheapest apartment in Cleveland is Shaker Crossing which is listed at $635, while the average apartment in Cleveland costs $4,226.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cleveland?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2,068 regular apartments in Cleveland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cleveland?

Cheap apartments in Cleveland have an average cost of $652 which is $3,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cleveland.

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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A Cleveland Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

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Choosing the ideal place to call home in Cleveland may mean selecting a neighborhood that offers excellent access to the freeways or good overall schools for the kids.

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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.