
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH from $500 (34 Rentals)
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762 Mentor Ave

1265 Lost Nation Rd

31623 N Marginal Dr

7311 Trotter Ln

38430 North Ln

26900 Forestview Ave

1543 Severn Ln

1700 E 290th St
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Painesville, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Painesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Painesville Studio Apartments | $1,297 | $1,218 | $1,709 |
| Cheap Painesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $900 | $1,580 |
| Cheap Painesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,000 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Painesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,119 | $1,935 | $2,325 |
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Cheapest Available Painesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Painesville, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Rainforest Village in the East Mentor neighborhood priced from $880. Johnson Apartments in the Whalers Cove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Painesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainforest Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Vinyl Flooring / White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Johnson Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Hollydale | Hollydale: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Richlawn Apartments | Welcome Home To Richlawn Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Nye Park Apartments | 2BD/1BHT | 2BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Grant Street Apartments | Grant: 2 Bed 1 Bath - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Heisley Park Senior Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Cobblestone Court Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Painesville area is the $1.51 price per square foot C1G Model at Cobblestone Court Apartments in the in the East Mentor neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Painesville apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Johnson Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Whalers Cove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Painesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobblestone Court Apartments | C1G | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Johnson Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Nye Park Apartments | 2BD/1BHT | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Grant Street Apartments | Grant: 2 Bed 1 Bath - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Hollydale | Hollydale: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Heisley Park Senior Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Rainforest Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Vinyl Flooring / White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Richlawn Apartments | Welcome Home To Richlawn Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Painesville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Painesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Painesville Apartment is $880 at Rainforest Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Painesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Painesville is starting from $1,045 at Rainforest Village.
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