
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cedar Fairmount Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (131 Rentals)
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2661 Martin Luther King Jr Dr

Fairmount

2814 Hampshire Rd

1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

2078 Fairview

12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook

2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd

Moreland Manor

C Roberto Crossing
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Colonial

The Triangle Towers

Skyview Terrace (in-washer/dryer)

2640 E 126th St

2638 E 126th St

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2004 E 125th St, Unit 6

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1893 E 120th St, Unit Upper Rear Unit

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Delilah Lofts

Shakerlan

1955 E 120th St
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2089 Fairview Ave

1958 E 120th St

Little Italy Student Housing

121 Larchmere Apartments

2479 E 124th St, Unit 124th Street

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2577 E 127th St, Unit Dukes Property

12306 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit Upper

GJ Building

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12010 Paul Ave, Unit 2

Mayfield Station Apartments
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Centric

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The Biltmore Building

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Plateau

The Wilson

Highland Bldg

The Derbyshire Building
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2744 Mayfield Rd

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Plaza

Surrey
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Cedar Fairmount, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cedar Fairmount?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Fairmount Studio Apartments | $1,277 | $624 | $1,650 |
| Cedar Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $800 | $5,006 |
| Cedar Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $775 | $6,117 |
| Cedar Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,100 | $5,869 |
| Cedar Fairmount 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $838 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available Cedar Fairmount Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cedar Fairmount area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Shaker Park East Apartments priced from $624. 2515 Kemper Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Cedar Fairmount apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaker Park East Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $624 |
| 2515 Kemper Rd | Newly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair... | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Kemper House | Studio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Heights Apartments at Overlook | Fall Specials | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Bon Air Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 2572-2576 Kemper Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Fairmount, OH
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Fairmount area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2331 S Overlook Rd Model at 2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Cedar Fairmount apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Bon Air Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North | 2331 S Overlook Rd | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Bon Air Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Moreland Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2814 Hampshire Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Fairhill Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd | 2479 E 124th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Shaker Lake Apartments | Spacious 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| St. Regis Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2572-2576 Kemper Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cedar Fairmount Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cedar Fairmount?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cedar Fairmount is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cedar Fairmount?
The cheapest apartment in Cedar Fairmount is Lakeview which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Cedar Fairmount costs $1,775.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cedar Fairmount?
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 12 regular apartments in Cedar Fairmount 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 Cedar Fairmount?
Cheap apartments in Cedar Fairmount have an average cost of $247 which is $1,528 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Fairmount.
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