Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (24 Rentals)

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Arbor Park Village
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Park Village

3750 Fleming AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Prospect Yard
2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Yard

1937 Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Offset Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Offset Lofts

3800 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44115
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The Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts

2010-2020 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Emeritus House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Emeritus House

4450 Cedar AveCleveland, OH 44103
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Cornerstone Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Apartments

2029 E 40th StCleveland, OH 44103
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Langston Commons
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Langston Commons

3043 Project AveCleveland, OH 44115
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The Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts

1900 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Cedar Extension Hi-Rise
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Extension Hi-Rise

2320 E 30th StCleveland, OH 44115
Senior Living
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Cedar Estates
Studio Apartments

Cedar Estates

2302 Central AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Plaza Suites
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Suites

3206 E Prospect AveCleveland, OH 44115
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Fenn Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fenn Tower

1983 E 24th StCleveland, OH 44115
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of Cleveland, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Prospect Yard priced from $451. Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$451
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio & EfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
University StudiosThe FreshmanStudio,1BA$880
Domain At ClevelandThe StokesStudio,1BA$910
Walker Weeks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, OH

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $3.67 price per square foot Luminaire Penthouse F3 Model at The Lumen in the in the Gateway District neighborhood starting from $6,018. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Prospect Yard starting at $451 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Gateway District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The LumenLuminaire Penthouse F33BR,2.5BA$3.67
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.45
Walker Weeks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Innerbelt LoftsGorgeous Loft style 1 bedroom/1 bathroom - $115...1BR,1BA$1.72
The Midtown ApartmentsUnit 1F Balcony1BR,1BA$2.51
Innovation Landing1 Bed 1 Bath H1BR,1BA$2.02
Life At AgoraStudioStudio ,1BA$1.93
2344 Prospect Ave E, Unit 2052344 Prospect Ave E1BR,1BA$1.42
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio & EfficiencyStudio ,1BA$2.14
University StudiosThe FreshmanStudio ,1BA$2.75

Getting Around the Central Neighborhood in Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central is at Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $775 at Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $451 at Prospect Yard.

What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walker Weeks and starts from $1,725.

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