
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walford Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Barrington Apartments

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20008 Clare Ave

Granada Gardens

Williard House

Trinity Towers

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Rockside Park Towers

Southgate Towers
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Bedford Castle

Randall Park Apartments

Ellacott Parkway Apartments

Sunnyslope Terrace

Sherwood Village

4337 Clarkwood Pkwy

Shaker Crossing

Stoneybrook Apartments

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20101 Clare Ave, Unit 101
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The Hiatus

Oliver House

3665 Lynnfield Rd

19407 Cherrywood Ln

Highlander

Clare Manor Apartments

Evergreen Manor

Emerick Manor

Highland Woods Towers & Gardens
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Robin's Nest Apartments

4889 Banbury Ct

23755 Banbury Cir

4871 Banbury Ct

Shaker Norwood

19203 Nitra Ave

5535 Oakwood Ave

19001 Nitra Ave

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19758 Maple Heights Blvd
Walford, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walford Studio Apartments | $916 | $665 | $1,360 |
| Walford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $904 | $675 | $3,000 |
| Walford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $825 | $3,040 |
| Walford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $900 | $5,861 |
| Walford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walford Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH.
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Cheapest Available Walford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walford area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Valleyfield Apartments priced from $675. Granada Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Walford apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valleyfield Apartments | 0 X 1 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Granada Gardens | 11x | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bedford Castle | Southgate Manor: One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Southgate Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Randall Park Apartments | STUDIO/1 BATH (REC BLDG) | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Ellacott Parkway Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Sunnyslope Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath FT | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Rockside Park Towers | A | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walford, OH
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walford area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Sherwood Village in the in the Walford neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Walford apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Stoneybrook Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Walford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Ellacott Parkway Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Shaker Crossing | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Granada Gardens | 11x | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Bedford Castle | Southgate Manor: One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rockside Park Towers | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Sunnyslope Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath FT | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 20101 Clare Ave, Unit 101 | 20101 Clare Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 20008 Clare Ave | 20008 Clare Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Walford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Walford is under $909.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walford?
The cheapest apartment in Walford is Granada Gardens which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Walford costs $1,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walford?
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 9 regular apartments in Walford 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 Walford?
Cheap apartments in Walford have an average cost of $173 which is $1,127 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walford.
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