
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Avenue Neighborhood of Lakewood, OH from $581 (34 Rentals)
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Elbur Avenue

Waterbury Apartments

Clifton Towers

Parkway Arms Apartment

1212 Donald Ave

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14122 Detroit Ave, Unit Sherlou #3

Center North
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1389-1393 Geil Ave

Marine Towers West

The Lewis

Shady Cove Apartments

1285 Cranford Ave

1284 Cove Ave, Unit 84-08

14724 Clifton Blvd

1530 Lakeland Ave
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1143 Cranford Ave

Arbor Apartments

12700 Lake Ave

South Westerly

Bellecliff & Lakewood Area

Clarence Plaza Apartments
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Clarence House

15121 Clifton Blvd

Wingate Apartments

Grace Apartments

Sheffield Apartments

Clifford Apartments

Clifton Cove

12900 Lake Ave
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1591 Warren Rd, Unit Lower

Parkside
Lake Avenue, Lakewood, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,146 | $1,130 | $1,170 |
| Lake Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $895 | $2,225 |
| Lake Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $995 | $1,950 |
| Lake Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,400 | $1,800 |
| Lake Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Avenue area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Elbur Avenue priced from $895. Waterbury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Lake Avenue apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elbur Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Waterbury Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Grace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Parkway Arms Apartment | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Clifton Cove | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Marine Towers West | 0E1 - Efficiency, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Shady Cove Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath MR | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Lewis | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Arbor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Avenue, OH
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Avenue area is the $1.13 price per square foot 15909 Clifton Blvd Model at 15909 Clifton Blvd, Unit #2 in the in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Lake Avenue apartment is the 1505 Wagar Ave Model at 1505 Wagar Ave, Unit Lower starting at $1,695 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15909 Clifton Blvd, Unit #2 | 15909 Clifton Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1505 Wagar Ave, Unit Lower | 1505 Wagar Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Arbor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 14122 Detroit Ave, Unit Sherlou #3 | 14122 Detroit Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Shady Cove Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath HT | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Lewis | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Parkway Arms Apartment | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Waterbury Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Grace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Elbur Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Avenue is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Avenue is Elbur Avenue which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Lake Avenue costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Avenue?
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 5 regular apartments in Lake Avenue that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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