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244 E Prospect St

31623 N Marginal Dr
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1265 Lost Nation Rd

7311 Trotter Ln

38430 North Ln

762 Mentor Ave
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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 | $1,462 | $995 | $1,950 |
| Painesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,719 | $1,247 | $2,950 |
| Painesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $1,500 | $3,200 |
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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 |
| Richlawn Apartments | Welcome Home To Richlawn Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Painesville area is the $1.40 price per square foot B3S Model at Cobblestone Court Apartments in the in the East Mentor neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Painesville apartment is the 3BD/1.5BHT Model at Nye Park Apartments starting at $1,259 with a $1.05 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 | B3S | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Nye Park Apartments | 3BD/1.5BHT | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
| Johnson Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 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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What type of rentals are currently available in Painesville?
There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in Painesville, OH with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,450. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Painesville ranging from $847 to $3,200.
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 $847 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,666.
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