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Crystal Tower

Lake Park Tower

1950 Nelawood Rd, Unit 75-201

13671 Euclid Ave

15987 Nelamere Rd, Unit 1

1896 Idlewood Ave

1832 Forest Hills Blvd

2002 Nelawood Rd

Owls Nest
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1306 E 134th St

3132 Meadowbrook Blvd

11702-11704 Saywell Ave,

15300 Waterloo Rd

Indian Hills Senior Community
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1261 E 99th St

1218-1220 E 176th St

2191 East 83rd Cleveland, 44103

957 Parkway Rd

15610 Holmes Ave
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Shakertowne Apartments

Kemper House

Essex-Morley and Barclay Apartments

1406 E 112th St

1875 Forest Hills Blvd

10117 Somerset Ave

2515 Kemper Rd

Masonic Towers Apartments
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1676 Coventry Rd

15714 Holmes Ave

381 E 152nd St

18119-18119 Olympia Rd

2210 Murray Hill Rd, Unit BEfficiencyBayWindow

1278 E 115th St

915 Helmsdale Rd

913 Helmsdale Rd

12406 Saywell Ave
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East Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cleveland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Cleveland Studio Apartments | $1,436 | $670 | $3,342 |
| Cheap East Cleveland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $595 | $3,676 |
| Cheap East Cleveland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $700 | $4,299 |
| Cheap East Cleveland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $900 | $8,068 |
| Cheap East Cleveland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Cleveland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastern Heights Apartments in the Caledonia neighborhood priced from $595. Crystal Tower in the Caledonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $648. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cleveland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Crystal Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath Junior w balcony | 1BR,1BA | $648 |
| Indian Hills Senior Community | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $670 |
| Kemper House | Studio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 2191 East 83rd Cleveland, 44103 | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lake Park Tower | Efficiency, Standard or Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $744 |
| Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 2515 Kemper Rd | Newly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair... | Studio,1BA | $758 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cleveland, OH
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cleveland area is the $0.47 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value East Cleveland apartment is the 3 Bed/ 3 Bath Model at Embassy House starting at $1,650 with a $1.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hessler 113 Townhomes | Center Unit | 6BR,3.5BA | $0.47 |
| Embassy House | 3 Bed/ 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $1.00 |
| Reserve Overlook | Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... | 1BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 15819 Huntmere Ave, Unit Cleveland OH | 15819 Huntmere Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 15987 Nelamere Rd, Unit 1 | 15987 Nelamere Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | 1625-10 | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 2814 Hampshire Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1185 E 123rd St, Unit 3 | 1185 E 123rd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 2191 East 83rd Cleveland, 44103 | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Best Local Schools in East Cleveland, OH
Mayfair Elementary School
Heritage Middle School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $595 at Eastern Heights Apartments.
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 $765 at Eastern Heights Apartments.
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 $985.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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