
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lima, OH from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Mark Royal

Royal Jameson

706 E Kibby St, Unit 706.5, Unit 706.5

340-340 1/2 Mcpheron Rd

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2500 N Cole St, Unit 1, Unit 1

304 Ewing Ave

43 Town Square
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Elijah Parkway

Jefferson Manor Apartments

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410 W McKibben St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1387 N Cole St, Unit # 1, Unit # 1

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435 W McKibben St, Unit 3, Unit 3

Willow Lake

Columbia Terrace

Shawnee Lofts
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Hampton Greene

Andover Court

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Wilshire Place

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The Vineyards

Spring Street Senior Lofts

The Moreland Manor

The Barr Apartments

Lima Towers - Income Based 62+
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232 S McDonel One Unit Available

132 E O'Connor Ave

509 Nova St

521 Hope St

466 W McKibben St

43 N Steffin St

202 N Meridian St

321 E South St
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239 Broadway

435 Cowen St
Lima, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lima?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lima Studio Apartments | $590 | $590 | $590 |
| Cheap Lima 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $225 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Lima 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $631 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Lima 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $519 | $1,913 |
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Cheapest Available Lima Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lima, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD priced from $225. Mark Royal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $738. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lima apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $225 |
| Mark Royal | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $956 |
| Elijah Parkway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 2563 W Market St | Market St. | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lima, OH
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lima area is the $0.33 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at The Annex of Lima in the starting from $519. The second greatest value Lima apartment is the 2500 N Cole St Model at 2500 N Cole St, Unit 1 starting at $850 with a $0.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lima apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Annex of Lima | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.33 |
| 2500 N Cole St, Unit 1 | 2500 N Cole St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 2563 W Market St | Market St. | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 435 W McKibben St, Unit 3 | 435 W McKibben St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 309 N Elizabeth St, Unit Apt.D | 309 N Elizabeth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1387 N Cole St, Unit # 1 | 1387 N Cole St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 410 W McKibben St, Unit 1 | 410 W McKibben St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lima Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lima Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lima Apartment is $225 at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lima Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lima is starting from $920 at Royal Jameson.
What is the most affordable Lima Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lima Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 43 Town Square and starts from $1,093.
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