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2344 Prospect Ave E
2344 Prospect Ave ECleveland, OH 44115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Cleveland Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (16 Rentals)
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Sankofa Village
2390 E 30th StCleveland, OH 44115
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University Studios
2901 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Life At Agora
5000 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44103
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Innovation Landing
1835 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Walker Weeks
2404 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Arbor Park Village
3750 Fleming AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Prospect Yard
1937 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Cornerstone Apartments
2029 E 40th StCleveland, OH 44103
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Cornerstone Apartments
3147 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Stockbridge Apartments
3328 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Dixson Hall Apartments
3814 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Plaza Suites
3206 E Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Langston Commons
3043 Project AveCleveland, OH 44115
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University Commons Apartments
1900 E 30th StCleveland, OH 44115
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Skyline Tower - Income Based for Seniors 62+
2250 Community College AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Central Cleveland, Cleveland, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Cleveland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Cleveland Studio Apartments | $1,024 | $750 | $1,230 |
| Central Cleveland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $829 | $2,525 |
| Central Cleveland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,125 | $3,230 |
| Central Cleveland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $1,200 | $6,445 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Prospect Yard priced from $451. Sankofa Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable Central Cleveland apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $451 |
| Sankofa Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| University Studios | The Freshman | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Life At Agora | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $919 |
| Walker Weeks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Cleveland, OH
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Cleveland area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at University Lofts in the in the Gateway District neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Central Cleveland apartment is the 2/2 Model at Innerbelt Lofts starting at $1,450 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Innerbelt Lofts | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 2320 Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| Walker Weeks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Sankofa Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| The Residences At Hanna | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Textile Lofts | 1 BR G | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Life At Agora | 1 Bed 1 Bath Loft B (First Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 2344 Prospect Ave E | 2344 Prospect Ave E | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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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 $1,284.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Cleveland?
The cheapest apartment in Central Cleveland is Sankofa Village which is listed at $829, while the average apartment in Central Cleveland costs $2,100.
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 42 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 $858 which is $1,242 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Cleveland.
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