Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Detroit Neighborhood of Lakewood, OH from $500 (49 Rentals)

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South Westerly
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Westerly

14401 Detroit AveLakewood, OH 44107
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1419 Roycroft Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1419 Roycroft Ave

1419 Roycroft AveLakewood, OH 44107
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Grace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grace Apartments

1414 Grace AveLakewood, OH 44107
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15121 Clifton Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15121 Clifton Blvd

15121 Clifton BlvdLakewood, OH 44107
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Wingate Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wingate Apartments

15115 Lake AveLakewood, OH 44107
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Sheffield Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sheffield Apartments

15325 Lake AveLakewood, OH 44107
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Roycroft Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roycroft Pointe

1411 Roycroft AveLakewood, OH 44107
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Delta Lakewood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Lakewood

14555 Madison AveLakewood, OH 44107
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Clifford Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clifford Apartments

15324 Clifton BlvdLakewood, OH 44107
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2275 Warren Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2275 Warren Rd

2275 Warren RdLakewood, OH 44107
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property at 1303 Lakeland Ave

$1,750

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$1,750
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1303 Lakeland Ave

LakewoodOH44107

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property at 14650 Detroit Ave

$1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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14650 Detroit Ave, Unit 705, Unit 705

14650 Detroit Ave
LakewoodOH44107
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Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside

15115 Lake AveCleveland, OH 44107
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Detroit, Lakewood, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Detroit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Detroit area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Elbur Avenue priced from $850. Clarence House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Detroit apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elbur Avenue1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Clarence House1 Bed1BR,1BA$850
Lakewood Premier Apartments13386 Madison #6 and#51BR,1BA$855
Clifton Towers1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$915
Parkway Arms Apartment2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
2275 Warren Rd2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,050
13322 Madison Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
The Lewis1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Detroit, OH

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Detroit area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2085 Chesterland Ave Model at 2085 Chesterland Ave in the in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Detroit apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Arbor Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Detroit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2085 Chesterland Ave2085 Chesterland Ave3BR,1BA$1.29
Arbor Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
1646 Waterbury Rd, Unit 1646 Waterbury Rd1646 Waterbury Rd2BR,1BA$1.40
2041 Elbur Ave, Unit 2041 Elbur First Floor2041 Elbur Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
2015 Arthur Ave, Unit 2015#112015 Arthur Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Lakewood Premier Apartments13386 Madison #6 and#51BR,1BA$1.07
2275 Warren Rd2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Parkway Arms Apartment2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.32
13322 Madison Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.50
1247 Donald Ave, Unit 31247 Donald Ave1BR,1BA$1.46

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Detroit?

The cheapest apartment in Detroit is Elbur Avenue which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Detroit costs $5,043.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Detroit?

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 2 regular apartments in Detroit that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Experts Guide to The Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Cleveland

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Whether you're moving to Cleveland to be close to one of the research hubs several of the local universities are known for or you just want to be part of it all in "The Land" knowing where to rent apartments close to the biggest .

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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