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1133 W 9th St

ClevelandOH44113

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Downtown Cleveland, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Cleveland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Cleveland 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 Downtown Cleveland apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$451
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio & EfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
2320 LoftsCo-Living 1 BR in 3 BR1BR,1BA$725
LIV ClevelandE1Studio,1BA$902
Domain At ClevelandThe StokesStudio,1BA$910
Innerbelt LoftsStudio - 0/1Studio,1BA$950
Crittenden Court ApartmentsStudio Type CStudio,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cleveland, OH

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cleveland area is the $1.29 price per square foot Suite Style C Model at Stonebridge Waterfront in the in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood starting from $1,677. The second greatest value Downtown Cleveland apartment is the 2 bd Model at Hingetown Lofts starting at $1,850 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge WaterfrontSuite Style C2BR,2BA$1.29
Hingetown Lofts2 bd2BR,2BA$1.42
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.45
The Residences at 6681 Bed 1 Bath - Euclid Avenue1BR,1BA$1.39
The Bradley Building4021BR,1BA$1.38
The Residences At Hanna1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Huron Square and The Osborn ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Walker Weeks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
4031 Saint Clair Ave, Unit 2024031 Saint Clair Ave1BR,1BA$1.15
2344 Prospect Ave E, Unit 2052344 Prospect Ave E1BR,1BA$1.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Local Expert's Guide to The Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Cleveland

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Cleveland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cleveland Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Cleveland?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Cleveland is under $990.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Cleveland?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Cleveland is 2320 Lofts which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Downtown Cleveland costs $7,508.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 245 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Cleveland?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Cleveland have an average cost of $1,856 which is $5,652 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Cleveland.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Cleveland Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sandy Baker

Choosing the ideal place to call home in Cleveland may mean selecting a neighborhood that offers excellent access to the freeways or good overall schools for the kids.

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Experts Guide to The Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Cleveland

Written by: Sandy Baker

Whether you're moving to Cleveland to be close to one of the research hubs several of the local universities are known for or you just want to be part of it all in "The Land" knowing where to rent apartments close to the biggest .

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!