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$900
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224 7th St

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property at 1315 West Ave
$1,099

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1315 West Ave

ElyriaOH44035
property at 630 Abbe Rd S
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630 Abbe Rd S

ElyriaOH44035

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Southwyck Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southwyck Manor

1442-1454 W River Rd NElyria, OH 44035
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The Floridian
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Floridian

127 Fox Hill LnElyria, OH 44035
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Colony
2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony

275 Harrison StElyria, OH 44035
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Hampshire I Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampshire I Apartments

103 Cheshire DrElyria, OH 44035
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249 8th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

249 8th St

249 8th StElyria, OH 44035
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Lorain Studio Suites
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lorain Studio Suites

1825 Lorain BlvdElyria, OH 44035
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Pikewood Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pikewood Manor

1780 Lorain BlvdElyria, OH 44035
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Colonial Oaks
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Oaks

10425 Middle AveElyria, OH 44035
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Copper Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Copper Ridge

129 Park Meadow LnElyria, OH 44035
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Elyria, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elyria, OH

Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Elyria, OH area range in price from $800 to $1,300 with an overall median price of $900. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elyria Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Elyria$900$8006

Cheapest Available Elyria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elyria, OH is a Studio unit found at Arbor Grove Lorain priced from $789. Foxes' Lair Apartments in the North Elyria neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elyria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor Grove LorainStudioStudio,1BA$789
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$810
Rosewood Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$875
The Alba ApartmentsAlba 1BR1BR,1BA$895
Pinegrove Apartments129 David Drive2BR,1BA$900
Condor Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$910
Sunset Townhouses2 Bed Townhome2BR,1BA$975
780 Oberlin Elyria Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$975
Evergreen Village Apartments & Townhouses2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elyria, OH

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elyria area is the $1.23 price per square foot The Willow Model at The Preserve at French Creek in the in the Bentley Park neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Elyria apartment is the Villa Model at Waterford Luxury Apartments & Villas starting at $2,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Bentley Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elyria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at French CreekThe Willow2BR,2BA$1.23
Waterford Luxury Apartments & VillasVilla2BR,2BA$1.44
601-605 Abbe Rd2 Bed/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Redwood ElyriaFernwood2BR,2BA$1.38
Pinegrove Apartments129 David Drive2BR,1BA$1.06
780 Oberlin Elyria Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.15
Sunset Townhouses2 Bed Townhome2BR,1BA$1.17
38835 Yunker Ct, Unit 038835 Yunker Ct2BR,1BA$1.00
Condor Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14

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Elyria Overview

It may have an unusual name, but once you learn how to pronounce it, chances are high that you'll fall in love with the lifestyle you can have in this small city close to Cleveland. With a unique history and a bright future, Elyria has grown to maturity by preserving the best of its past and retaining some of the character of its founder, who had a vision that included building homes that would be appreciated by early settlers. Today, the city still exists with that goal -- to treat its residents to a life that has a lot to offer on many different levels!

Why live in Elyria, OH?

 The cost of housing is low compared to the rest of the country, with the median home price 54% below the national average at $107,600, and a median rent of $740, 36% below the national average. The overall cost of living is 14% below the national average, and Elyria has a diverse population, a relatively high job availability rate, short commutes, plenty of recreational opportunities, and abundant amenities. 

Elyria, OH
Population: 53,881

Ranked #726

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elyria Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elyria Apartment is $810 at Foxes' Lair Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elyria is starting from $875 at Rosewood Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Elyria Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elyria Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Townhouses and starts from $1,000.

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