
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ludlow Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (41 Rentals)
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2671 E 130th St

3438 E 140th St

2812 E 130th St

3408 E 140th St

Van Aken Court

Lakemore

12804 Imperial Ave
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12022 Griffing Ave

2976 S Moreland Blvd

2836 E 130th St

3358 E 145th St

3467 E 149th St

3421 E 143rd St

12114 Soika Ave

3540 E 154th St
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2791 E 127th St

2781 E 118th St

2634 E 122nd St

2793 E 125th St

2832 E 117th St

11710 Buckingham Ave

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Van Aken Crossing

The Vista at Shaker Square

Moreland Place

Court at Wales

14513 Milverton Rd

Moreland Shakers Estates

Kemper House
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Hampton Court

Shaker View
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13051 Larchmere Blvd
Ludlow, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ludlow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Studio Apartments | $1,341 | $700 | $1,650 |
| Ludlow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $699 | $3,050 |
| Ludlow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $750 | $1,919 |
| Ludlow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $965 | $4,574 |
| Ludlow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Ludlow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ludlow area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Kemper House priced from $700. Van Aken Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable Ludlow apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kemper House | Studio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Van Aken Court | Efficiencies | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Lakemore | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| North Moreland Courts Apartments | 1x1 - 645 Sqft | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Shaker Lake Apartments & North Moreland Courts | 1X1B - 600 Sqft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Van Aken Villas | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER) | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Bon Air Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ludlow, OH
As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ludlow area is the $0.86 price per square foot The Hoffman Model at The Drake in the in the Ludlow neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Ludlow apartment is the 3 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Monty starting at $1,475 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ludlow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drake | The Hoffman | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Monty | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 3435 Ashby Rd, Unit 2 | 3435 Ashby Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 12306 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit Lower | 12306 Mount Overlook Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 12216 Parkhill Ave, Unit Lower | 12216 Parkhill Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Moreland Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Bon Air Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Van Aken Villas | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 12302 Mount Overlook Ave, Unit 12302MtOverlook | 12302 Mount Overlook Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.28 |
| Lakemore | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Ludlow, Cleveland, OH
Boulevard Elementary School
Shaker Heights High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ludlow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ludlow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ludlow is under $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ludlow?
The cheapest apartment in Ludlow is Lakemore which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Ludlow costs $34,940.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ludlow?
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 12 regular apartments in Ludlow 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 Ludlow?
Cheap apartments in Ludlow have an average cost of $595 which is $34,345 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ludlow.
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