
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Cleveland Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $451 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Cleveland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Cleveland Studio Apartments | $976 | $695 | $1,375 |
| Central Cleveland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $854 | $2,430 |
| Central Cleveland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $996 | $3,395 |
| Central Cleveland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,276 | $895 | $6,865 |
| Central Cleveland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $883 | $805 | $975 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Cleveland Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH.
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Cheapest Available Central Cleveland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Cleveland area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Stockbridge Apartments priced from $675. University Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $780. Here are the most affordable Central Cleveland apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockbridge Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 39039 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| University Studios | The Freshman | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| The Edge | Edge 4-Bedroom - 4BF | 4BR,4BA | $805 |
| Life At Agora | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $919 |
| Innovation Landing | Studio G | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Cleveland, OH
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Cleveland area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Tower Press in the in the Gateway District neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Central Cleveland apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 2320 Lofts starting at $2,100 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Gateway District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Press | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2320 Lofts | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Walker Weeks | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| The Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Residences At Hanna | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Life At Agora | 1 Bed 1 Bath Loft B (First Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Textile Lofts | 1 BR E | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Midtown Apartments | Unit 1F Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 2344 Prospect Ave E | 2344 Prospect Ave E | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
| University Studios | The Freshman | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Cleveland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Cleveland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Cleveland is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Cleveland?
The cheapest apartment in Central Cleveland is Stockbridge Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Central Cleveland costs $1,282.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Cleveland?
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 86 regular apartments in Central Cleveland 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 Central Cleveland?
Cheap apartments in Central Cleveland have an average cost of $838 which is $444 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Cleveland.
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