
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cedar Lee Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (194 Rentals)
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1986 E 124th Pl

2612 Warrensville Center Rd, Unit 2

1979 E 123rd St, Unit Upstairs

2833 E 127th St

Lakemore

Masonic Towers Apartments

12022 Griffing Ave

2760 E 122nd St

Shaker House & Shaker Town House
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1918 E 123rd St

2793 E 125th St

2791 E 127th St

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2513 E 126th St, Unit Close to Shaker Square

2513 E 126th St, Unit Upstairs

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 102

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 104

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 304

Delridge Colony Apartments

Brookline Gardens
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3026 E 123rd St, Unit up

3039 E 126th St

12114 Soika Ave

Fairmount

1462 Maple Rd

Cormere (IN-WASHER & DRYER)

2814 Hampshire Rd

12531 Forest Ave

2927 E 125th St, Unit 2927 E 125th up

2972 S Moreland Blvd, Unit 2972 / 20
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1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

2902 E 123rd St

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 205

2762 E 120th St

2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd

2078 Fairview

12502 Forest Ave

12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook

Forest Hill Terrace

12709 Parkhill Ave
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Moreland Manor

Colonial

2840 S Moreland Blvd

Kensington Place Apartments

Skyview Terrace (in-washer/dryer)

2654 E 130th St

Coventry House Apartments

Buckwood Apartments

Hampton Apartments

Tudor Manor
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Cedar Lee, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cedar Lee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Lee Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $675 | $1,730 |
| Cedar Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $625 | $2,560 |
| Cedar Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $750 | $4,381 |
| Cedar Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Cedar Lee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $725 | $4,906 |
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Cheapest Available Cedar Lee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cedar Lee area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at 2515 Kemper Rd priced from $675. Kemper House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Cedar Lee apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Lake Park Tower | Efficiency, Standard or Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $744 |
| Lakemore | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Lee, OH
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Lee area is the $0.35 price per square foot 1986 E 124th Pl Model at 1986 E 124th Pl in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $725. The second greatest value Cedar Lee apartment is the 2226 Bellfield Ave Model at 2226 Bellfield Ave, Unit 1 starting at $655 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Lee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 E 124th Pl | 1986 E 124th Pl | 4BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 2226 Bellfield Ave, Unit 1 | 2226 Bellfield Ave | 6BR,2.5BA | $0.36 |
| Reserve Overlook* | Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| 2549 Edgehill Rd, Unit no. 3 | 2549 Edgehill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 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 |
| 2513 E 126th St, Unit Close to Shaker Square | 2513 E 126th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2782 E 126th St, Unit downstairs | 2782 E 126th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCedar Lee, Cleveland, OH
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cedar Lee, Cleveland, OH
Fairfax Elementary School
Roxboro Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cedar Lee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cedar Lee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cedar Lee is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cedar Lee?
The cheapest apartment in Cedar Lee is Lakemore which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Cedar Lee costs $35,888.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cedar Lee?
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 21 regular apartments in Cedar Lee 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 Lee?
Cheap apartments in Cedar Lee have an average cost of $134 which is $35,754 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Lee.
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