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218 S St Clair St

368 E 248th St

244 E Prospect St
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21000 Priday Ave

1446 E 252nd St

31623 N Marginal Dr

762 Mentor Ave
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645 Babbitt Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Painesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Painesville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,360 | $1,100 | $2,000 |
| Painesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,685 | $1,200 | $3,500 |
| Painesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,184 | $1,500 | $7,200 |
| Painesville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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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. Andover Courtyard in the East Mentor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. 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 |
| Andover Courtyard | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Hollydale | Hollydale: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Painesville area is the $1.41 price per square foot C2S Model at Cobblestone Court Apartments in the in the East Mentor neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Painesville apartment is the 2BD/1BHT Model at Nye Park Apartments starting at $1,079 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the South Mentor 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 | C2S | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Nye Park Apartments | 2BD/1BHT | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 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 |
| Andover Courtyard | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Richlawn Apartments | Welcome Home To Richlawn Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Painesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Painesville?
There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,450. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Painesville ranging from $1,100 to $7,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Painesville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Painesville ranges from $1,100 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,625.
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