Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH from $400 (41 Rentals)
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410 Broadway

Concord Apartments

Tower Regency & Tower Garden

Oakwood Park Apartments

2344 East Ave
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906 N Central Dr

Water's Edge Apartments

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706 E 34th St
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Lorain, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lorain?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Lorain Studio Apartments | $695 | $600 | $775 |
Cheap Lorain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $752 | $650 | $1,150 |
Cheap Lorain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $725 | $2,800 |
Cheap Lorain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $850 | $2,780 |
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Lorain, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lorain, OH
Pricing Updated: 07/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lorain, 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 Lorain Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Bartish | $1,100 | $650 | 20 |
Black River | $1,100 | $659 | 13 |
Larkmoor | $1,200 | $650 | 24 |
Cheapest Available Lorain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lorain, OH is a Studio unit found at The Overlook in the Larkmoor neighborhood priced from $650. Concord Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lorain apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Overlook | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Concord Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
Oakwood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Available Soon! | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Water's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Arbor Grove Lorain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Pinecrest Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Westwood Estates | 2 Bed 1 Bath Single Section | 2BR,1BA | $971 |
Pin Oak Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
Portside Apartments | The Clipper - Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,421 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH
As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lorain area is the $1.32 price per square foot The Willow Model at The Preserve at French Creek in the in the Bentley Park neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Lorain apartment is the Retreat - Interior Model at The Preserve at Walnut Ridge starting at $2,350 with a $1.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lorain apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Preserve at French Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
The Preserve at Walnut Ridge | Retreat - Interior | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Portside Apartments | The Regatta - Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Pinecrest Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
Pin Oak Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Water's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Oakwood Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Available Soon! | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Tower Regency & Tower Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Arbor Grove Lorain | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
The Overlook | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
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Lorain Overview
Lorain, OH sits in the shadow of Cleveland but has its own character. The major factories have moved on, but the lake is still a major source of income and recreation. Inland, you'll find a welcoming town with a remarkable number of green spaces in and around the city limits.
Why live in Lorain, OH?
Despite being located just a short commute from busy and bustling Cleaveland, Lorain maintains a comfortable, small-town feel. The town celebrates it’s multi-national heritage with exciting ethnic restaurants and several international festivals. When it comes to natural beauty, you’ll be hard-pressed to find better than the shores of Lake Erie. This vast stretch of fresh water is a paradise for fishermen, boaters, bird watchers, and other nature enthusiasts. Numerous state parks dot the coastline, giving outdoorsy families plenty to see and do. History buffs may also love this area, from local museums to historical societies to traditional buildings in town.
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Getting Around Lorain, OH
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lorain Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lorain?
The cheapest apartment in Lorain is Concord Apartments which is listed at $665, while the average apartment in Lorain costs $1,133.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lorain?
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 Lorain that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lorain?
Cheap apartments in Lorain have an average cost of $362 which is $771 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lorain.
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