Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $600 (17 Rentals)

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Las Colinas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Las Colinas

13170 Puritas AveCleveland, OH 44135
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palmas

14305 Lorain AveCleveland, OH 44111
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Kamden Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kamden Village

14590 Lorain AveCleveland, OH 44111
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15277 Triskett Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

15277 Triskett Rd

15277 Triskett RdCleveland, OH 44111
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2275 Warren Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2275 Warren Rd

2275 Warren RdLakewood, OH 44107
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Freelander priced from $795. West 159th Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The FreelanderOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$795
West 159th Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$795
Ashby Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$849
Norway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, OH

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2143 Eldred Ave Model at 2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 3334 W 129th St Model at 3334 W 129th St, Unit Upstairs of duplex starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 22143 Eldred Ave3BR,1BA$1.17
3334 W 129th St, Unit Upstairs of duplex3334 W 129th St2BR,1BA$1.00
2102 Chesterland Ave, Unit 22102 Chesterland Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Kamms Premiere ApartmentsTriskett1BR,1BA$0.98
Norway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.62
Ashby Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.70
The FreelanderOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1.77

Getting Around the Jefferson Neighborhood in Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $795 at The Freelander.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson is starting from $995 at Norway Apartments.

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