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Fairfax, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Shaker University priced from $595. 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 Fairfax apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shaker UniversityStudio ApartmentsStudio,1BA$595
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio & EfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
Lexington Village Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$900
Helena Apartments2 Bed 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$925
Innerbelt LoftsSpring Leasing Special! Studios for $950/month ...Studio,1BA$950
Walker Weeks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Foundry LoftsStudio A (alternative)Studio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, OH

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $0.75 price per square foot 2210 Murray Hill Rd Model at 2210 Murray Hill Rd, Unit B LOFT 5 rooms down in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhomes Model at CircleEast Townhomes starting at $1,250 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2210 Murray Hill Rd, Unit B LOFT 5 rooms down2210 Murray Hill Rd4BR,1.5BA$0.75
CircleEast TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$0.96
12306 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit Lower12306 Mount Overlook Ave2BR,1BA$1.21
2778 E 120th St, Unit 22778 E 120th St2BR,1BA$0.95
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
2479 E 124th St, Unit 3rd2479 E 124th St1BR,1BA$1.08
12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook12302 Mount Overlook AveStudio ,1BA$1.28
Walker Weeks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
3814 Prospect Ave E, Unit 4023814 Prospect Ave E1BR,1BA$1.13
1609 Holyrood Rd, Unit 1609 Holyrood-3rd floor1609 Holyrood Rd1BR,1BA$1.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfax, Cleveland, OH

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in Cleveland, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Cleveland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Fairfax Neighborhood in Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfax?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfax is at Shaker University listed at $595.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $900 at Lexington Village Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is starting from $925 at Helena Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lexington Village Apartments and starts from $1,425.

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