Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairfax Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $700 (55 Rentals)

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property at 1130 E 68th St

$775

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$775
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$775

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1130 E 68th St, Unit 1

1130 E 68th St
ClevelandOH44103
property at 1366 E 45th St

$850

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$850
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1366 E 45th St

ClevelandOH44103

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property at 1187 Addison Rd

$950

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$950
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$950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1187 Addison Rd, Unit 4

1187 Addison Rd
ClevelandOH44103
property at 10303 Sophia Ave

$995 - $1,200

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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10303 Sophia Ave

ClevelandOH44104

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1909 Coltman Rd

$1,000

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$1,000
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

1909 Coltman Rd
ClevelandOH44106
property at 2915 E 59th St

$1,050 - $1,350

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$1,050 - $1,350
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2915 E 59th St

ClevelandOH44127
property at 2628 E 124th St

$1,100

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$1,100
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2628 E 124th St

ClevelandOH44120

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Cleveland Rocks: Your Essential Guide to the Land's Neighborhoods and Culture

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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 $650. Sankofa Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shaker UniversityStudio ApartmentsStudio,1BA$650
Sankofa Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$829
University StudiosThe FreshmanStudio,1BA$880
Lexington Village Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$900
Waldorf Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Life At AgoraStudio AStudio,1BA$919
Reserve Overlook*Annex Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, OH

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2331 S Overlook Rd Model at 2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 12306 Mount Overlook Ave Model at 12306 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit Upper starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Cedar Lee 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.
2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North2331 S Overlook Rd4BR,2.5BA$1.19
12306 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit Upper12306 Mount Overlook Ave2BR,1BA$1.21
10514 Mount Auburn Ave10514 Mount Auburn Ave3BR,2BA$1.15
Gordon Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
Innerbelt Lofts2/22BR,2BA$1.26
7917 Linwood Ave, Unit 37917 Linwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.05
6605 Bonna Ave, Unit UP unit6605 Bonna Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
9813 Manor Ave, Unit 1st floor9813 Manor Ave2BR,1BA$1.05
Sankofa Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1.5BA$1.10

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfax, Cleveland, OH

Ranked #39

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 353 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, OH with pricing that ranges from $475 to $13,006. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $775 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfax?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $775 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,746.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfax?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfax range from $900 to $9,386, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $838.

Expert Rental Resources

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