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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elyria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elyria 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,100 | $900 | $1,400 |
| Elyria 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,575 | $1,075 | $3,000 |
| Elyria 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,487 | $1,199 | $1,600 |
| Elyria 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elyria, OH
Pricing Updated: 05/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Elyria, OH area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elyria Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Elyria | $1,200 | $800 | 7 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Grove Lorain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Foxes' Lair Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Oakwood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Rosewood Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Alba Apartments | Alba 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elyria, OH
As of May 16, 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 Acacia Model at Redwood Amherst starting at $2,624 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Downtown Amherst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elyria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at French Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Redwood Amherst | Acacia | 3BR,3BA | $1.65 |
| 601-605 Abbe Rd | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Redwood Elyria | Fernwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Sunset Townhouses | 2 Bed Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Foxes' Lair Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Rosewood Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Oakwood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Alba Apartments | Alba 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Arbor Grove Lorain | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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