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TERRA - Hilliard East
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TERRA - Hilliard East

18625 Hilliard BlvdRocky River, OH 44116
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Rocky River, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rocky River Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rocky River, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Apartments in the Riverside neighborhood priced from $699. Lakewood Cliffs Apartments in the Downtown Rock River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rocky River apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$699
Lakewood Cliffs ApartmentsSingle1BR,1BA$725
Edgecliff ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Concord House1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795
West 159th Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$795
1Oak0AStudio,1BA$825
Ashby Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$849
Riveredge Lofts3859 - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$850
Norway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Commodore ClubBasic unit1BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rocky River, OH

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rocky River area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1567 Woodward Ave Model at 1567 Woodward Ave in the in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Rocky River apartment is the 2143 Eldred Ave Model at 2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Lakewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rocky River apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1567 Woodward Ave1567 Woodward Ave3BR,1BA$1.05
2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 22143 Eldred Ave3BR,1BA$1.17
PresidentialFranklin Pierce2BR,2BA$1.33
Oxford Court2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.22
1463 Riverside Dr, Unit #11463 Riverside Dr2BR,1BA$1.27
Beacon Hill West2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.28
Brendan Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1 Bath - Call for Availability2BR,1BA$1.11
Lakewood Premier Apartments2015 Lakeland # 92BR,1BA$1.24
Kamms Premiere ApartmentsTriskett1BR,1BA$0.98
Abbeyshire Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Getting Around Rocky River, OH

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • 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 Rocky River Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rocky River?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rocky River is at 1Oak listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rocky River Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rocky River Apartment is $699 at Windsor Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rocky River Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rocky River is starting from $990 at Brendan Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Rocky River Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rocky River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brendan Court Apartments and starts from $1,195.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Sandy Baker

Choosing the ideal place to call home in Cleveland may mean selecting a neighborhood that offers excellent access to the freeways or good overall schools for the kids.

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