
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cedar Lee Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (249 Rentals)
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2782 E 126th St, Unit downstairs

2805 E 120th St

13984 Superior Rd, Unit 108

Lakemore

Masonic Towers Apartments

2681 E 126th St

2816 E 125th St

2833 E 127th St

Shaker House & Shaker Town House
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12022 Griffing Ave

3428 Altamont Rd

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 102

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 304

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 104

2836 E 130th St

Brookline Gardens

Delridge Colony Apartments

2791 E 127th St

3045 E 130th St
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Total Monthly Price
1957 E 123rd St, Unit 1

12417 Soika Ave

2814 Hampshire Rd

12114 Soika Ave

2972 S Moreland Blvd, Unit 2972 / 20

3188 E 119th St

14520 Milverton Rd, Unit 205

2994 E 126th St

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1918 E 123rd St, Unit 4
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1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

2807 E 124th St, Unit 1

2078 Fairview

12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook

WJM Cedar Apartments

Forest Hill Terrace

3027 E 126th St

11913 Buckingham Ave

3407 Altamont Rd

Moreland Manor
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C Roberto Crossing

2628 E 124th St

12106 Forest Ave

2840 S Moreland Blvd

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Colonial

3035 E 126th St

1924 E 123rd St

Skyview Terrace (in-washer/dryer)

2623 Hampshire Rd
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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 | $1,177 | $595 | $1,780 |
| Cedar Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $500 | $4,681 |
| Cedar Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $749 | $4,577 |
| Cedar Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,000 | $8,451 |
| Cedar Lee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $838 | $7,829 |
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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 |
| Heights Apartments at Overlook | Fall Specials | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Integrity Cleveland Heights | The Bertland Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Lee, OH
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Lee area is the $0.53 price per square foot Artist loft-Studio Model at Masonic Towers Apartments in the in the Coventry Village neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Cedar Lee apartment is the Park East 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Shaker Park East Apartments starting at $1,166 with a $0.82 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Shaker Park East Apartments | Park East 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| 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 |
| 3045 E 130th St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Shaker Lake Apartments & North Moreland Courts | 2X1A - 920 Sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Lakemore | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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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 $860.
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 $2,600.
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 16 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 $123 which is $2,477 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Lee.
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