
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ontario, OH from $300 (45 Rentals)
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Cedargate Apartments

Heatherwood Terrace

Vanover Square Apartments

Thistlewood - Mt Gilead

20-60-60 S Linden Rd, Unit 30-102

Park Avenue West Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

Colonial Estates
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Professional Park Townhomes & Apartments

Cedar Wood Apartments

20-60-60 S Linden Rd, Unit 20-60 S Linden Rd

Eastside Townhomes

Concord Square Apartments

Whetstone Manor

228 E Center st

Carter Crossing Luxury Apartments

Park Hill Apartments
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Arbors of Mt. Vernon

43 Eleanor Ave

Ridgewood Senior Villas

Landings at Walker Lake

Carriage Hill Apartments

Barbara Lane Apartments

Chelsea Square Apartments

Bellville Court Apartments

McPherson Woods
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115 S Union St

293 E 1st St

Ridgewood Court

454 Parnell Dr

Community View

16135 OH-39

Oak Wood Apartments

The Reserve at Mt. Gilead- Senior 55+

320 Superior St
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240 1/2 E Bowman St

133-133 Garden St

7 Earl Ave

1021 Orange Rd

40 Gibson Ave

19 State St

147 Ford St

524 Mary St

20 Seltzer Ave
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Ontario, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ontario?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Studio Apartments | $745 | $520 | $915 |
| Ontario 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $645 | $1,625 |
| Ontario 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $600 | $2,200 |
| Ontario 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $645 | $1,500 |
| Ontario 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $300 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Ontario Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ontario, OH is a 4 Beds unit found at Buckeye Village Apartments in the Roseland neighborhood priced from $599. Heatherwood Terrace in the East Mansfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ontario apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Village Apartments | 4BD | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Heatherwood Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $639 |
| Cedargate Apartments | 1x1 522 | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Park Avenue West Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Professional Park Townhomes & Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Cedar Wood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $826 |
| Oak Wood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $826 |
| Eastside Townhomes | Two Bedroom/1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| 228 E Center st | 228 E Center | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Whetstone Manor | Two Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ontario, OH and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ontario area is the $1.32 price per square foot townhouse Model at The Glen Luxury Apartments in the in the Roseland neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Ontario apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Park Hill Apartments starting at $1,215 with a $1.23 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ontario apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glen Luxury Apartments | townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Park Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Eastside Townhomes | Two Bedroom/1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Whetstone Manor | Two Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| The Grad Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Cedar Wood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Oak Wood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Park Avenue West Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Annex of Marion | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Cedargate Apartments | 1x1 522 | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ontario Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ontario Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ontario Apartment is $645 at Cedargate Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ontario Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ontario is starting from $800 at Park Avenue West Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ontario Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ontario Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eastside Townhomes and starts from $945.
Expert Rental Resources
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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