
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cedar Lee Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (228 Rentals)
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Lakemore

Masonic Towers Apartments

3001 E 128th St

2681 E 126th St

Shaker House & Shaker Town House

3428 Altamont Rd

2836 E 130th St

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2791 E 127th St

12022 Griffing Ave

2816 E 125th St

2646 E 122nd St

2043 Random Rd, Unit 105, Unit 105

3045 E 130th St

Fairmount

1957 E 123rd St, Unit 1, Unit 1

2814 Hampshire Rd

11913 Buckingham Ave
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12523 Forest Ave

2972 S Moreland Blvd, Unit 2972 / 20

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1918 E 123rd St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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2089 Fairview Ave

2078 Fairview

WJM Cedar Apartments

12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook, Unit 12302MtOverlook

Forest Hill Terrace

2778 E 120th St

3027 E 126th St
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12709 Parkhill Ave

1928-1930 E 123rd St

2781 E 126th St, Unit 1

2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd, Unit 3rd

Moreland Manor

C Roberto Crossing

2948 E 125th St, Unit 1

Colonial

12106 Forest Ave

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Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER)

1924 E 123rd St

Skyview Terrace (in-unit washer/dryer)

12509 Britton Dr

Little Italy Student Housing

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11916 Browning Ave, Unit Lower, Unit Lower

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1910 Coltman Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

121 Larchmere

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Delilah Lofts
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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 | $1,237 | $595 | $1,740 |
| Cedar Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $635 | $2,732 |
| Cedar Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $850 | $4,577 |
| Cedar Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,381 | $975 | $6,259 |
| Cedar Lee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,350 | $8,466 |
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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 Kemper House priced from $700. Lake Park Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $744. Here are the most affordable Cedar Lee apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kemper House | Studio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Lake Park Tower | Efficiency, Standard or Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $744 |
| Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 2515 Kemper Rd | Newly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair... | Studio,1BA | $758 |
| 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 |
| Heights Apartments at Overlook | Fall Specials | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Brookline Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Lee, OH
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Lee area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2284 Bellfield Ave Model at 2284 Bellfield Ave, Unit Suite 3 in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Cedar Lee apartment is the Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook starting at $985 with a $0.60 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2284 Bellfield Ave, Unit Suite 3 | 2284 Bellfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Reserve Overlook | Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| 1910 Coltman Rd, Unit 1 | 1910 Coltman Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 11915 Cromwell Ave, Unit Downstairs | 11915 Cromwell Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2778 E 120th St | 2778 E 120th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | 3125 Whitehorn | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Moreland Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER) | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2814 Hampshire Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Shaker Lake Apartments & North Moreland Courts | 2X1A - 920 Sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCedar Lee, Cleveland, OH
Ranked #41
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 $875.
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 $2,550.
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 24 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 $193 which is $2,357 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Lee.
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