
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $451 (13 Rentals)
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Central, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $953 | $695 | $1,300 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $854 | $2,430 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $990 | $3,395 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $889 | $6,865 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $799 | $969 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH.
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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 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $451 |
| 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 | $799 |
| Innovation Landing | Studio G | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, OH
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Walker Weeks in the in the Gateway District neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Lofts starting at $1,555 with a $1.32 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Weeks | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| The Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Innerbelt Lofts | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| Life At Agora | 1 Bed 1 Bath Loft B (First Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Midtown Apartments | Unit 1F Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| The Edge | Edge 1-Bedroom - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Langston | Langston Studio - S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| 2344 Prospect Ave E | 2344 Prospect Ave E | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
| University Studios | The Freshman | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central?
The cheapest apartment in Central is Stockbridge Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Central costs $1,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central?
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 80 regular apartments in Central 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?
Cheap apartments in Central have an average cost of $813 which is $382 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central.
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