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1306 E 134th St

East ClevelandOH44112
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Noble Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Noble Apartments

1769 Noble RdEast Cleveland, OH 44112

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Grasmere Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grasmere Apartments

15000 Euclid AveEast Cleveland, OH 44112

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property at 957 Parkway Rd

957 Parkway Rd

ClevelandOH44108

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property at 1750 Alcoy Rd

1750 Alcoy Rd

ClevelandOH44112
property at 1684 Coventry Rd

1684 Coventry Rd

Cleveland HeightsOH44118

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Cheapest Available East Cleveland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Indian Hills Senior Community in the South Collinwood neighborhood priced from $670. Kemper House in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cleveland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Indian Hills Senior CommunityStudio StandardStudio,1BA$670
Kemper HouseStudio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ...Studio,1BA$700
Crystal Tower1 Bed 1 Bath Standard1BR,1BA$708
Lake Park TowerEfficiency, Standard or UpgradeStudio,1BA$744
Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
2515 Kemper RdNewly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair...Studio,1BA$758
North Moreland Courts ApartmentsConvenient, Comfortable Living in Shaker Height...1BR,1BA$765
2669 Euclid Heights Blvd2626 North Moreland #221BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cleveland, OH

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cleveland 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 East Cleveland apartment is the 2627 Colchester Rd Model at 2627 Colchester Rd, Unit 2 starting at $1,850 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cleveland 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
2627 Colchester Rd, Unit 22627 Colchester Rd3BR,2BA$0.95
CircleEast TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$0.96
2220 Murray Hill Rd, Unit 22220 Murray Hill Rd3BR,1BA$0.96
15821 Huntmere Ave, Unit 1BR 3rd Floor unit15821 Huntmere Ave1BR,1BA$0.73
The Balfour Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Princeton Park ApartmentsNewer flooring & cabinets2BR,1BA$1.01
10125 Born Ave, Unit 410125 Born Ave1BR,1BA$0.84
Crystal Tower1 Bed 1 Bath Standard1BR,1BA$0.97

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Getting Around East Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Cleveland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Cleveland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Cleveland is at Indian Hills Senior Community listed at $670.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cleveland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cleveland Apartment is $708 at Crystal Tower.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Cleveland is starting from $851 at Crystal Tower.

What is the most affordable East Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Masonic Towers Apartments and starts from $1,250.

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