
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cedar Lee Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (177 Rentals)
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2934 E 130th St

2826 E 130th St

2638 E 126th St

1875 Forest Hills Blvd

Van Aken Court

2669 Euclid Heights Blvd
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Twin Flags

Shaker House & Shaker Town House

2836 E 130th St

Brookline Gardens

12609 Griffing Ave

Delridge Colony Apartments

Overlook Manor

2671 E 128th St

3196 E 134th St
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2814 Hampshire Rd

2791 E 127th St

12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook

2078 Fairview

Masonic Towers Apartments

Forest Hill Terrace

Little Italy Student Housing

2820 E 120th St
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3045 E 130th St

2671 E 130th St

1926 E 123rd St, Unit Up front house

Kensington Place Apartments

2648 E 122nd St

Skyview Terrace (in-unit washer/dryer)

WJM Cedar Apartments

Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER)
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12207 Mount Overlook Ave

2179 Murray Hill Rd, Unit 2

Shakerlan

2330 Euclid Heights Blvd
Cedar Lee - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Cleveland
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Cleveland by our Cleveland, OH Local Expert Sandy Baker. See how it ranks!
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 |
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Cedar Lee Studio Apartments | $1,301 | $640 | $2,515 |
Cedar Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $585 | $2,916 |
Cedar Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $600 | $4,500 |
Cedar Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,090 | $9,000 |
Cedar Lee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,711 | $1,450 | $8,550 |
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There are currently 177 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cedar Lee Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Shakertowne Apartments priced from $700. 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 |
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Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Kemper House | Studio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Lake Park Tower | Efficiency, Standard or Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $744 |
2515 Kemper Rd | Newly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair... | Studio,1BA | $758 |
North Moreland Courts Apartments | Convenient, Comfortable Living in Shaker Height... | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Heights Apartments on Overlook | February 2025 Move In Special | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Heights Apartments at Cedar Fairmount | February 2025 Move In Special | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
2669 Euclid Heights Blvd | 2626 North Moreland #22 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Twin Flags | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Lee, OH
As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cedar Lee area is the $0.51 price per square foot Private bedroom in a 5 Bedroom 5.5 Bath Townhom... Model at Reserve Overlook in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $940. The second greatest value Cedar Lee apartment is the 2865 E Derbyshire Rd Model at 2865 E Derbyshire Rd, Unit 1 starting at $1,325 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Shaker Lakes 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. |
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Reserve Overlook | Private bedroom in a 5 Bedroom 5.5 Bath Townhom... | 1BR,1BA | $0.51 |
2865 E Derbyshire Rd, Unit 1 | 2865 E Derbyshire Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER) | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
CircleEast Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
12207 Mount Overlook Ave | 12207 Mount Overlook Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Masonic Towers Apartments | 1625-10 | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
2814 Hampshire Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd | 2479 E 124th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Shaker Park East Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cedar Lee?
The cheapest apartment in Cedar Lee is Shakertowne Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Cedar Lee costs $24,145.
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 $224 which is $23,921 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Lee.
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.

A Cleveland Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Sandy Baker
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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.