Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rocky River, OH from $500 (67 Rentals)

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Beacon Hill West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beacon Hill West

21465 Detroit RdRocky River, OH 44116
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Hilliard East
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilliard East

18625 Hilliard BlvdRocky River, OH 44116
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South Westerly
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Westerly

14401 Detroit AveLakewood, OH 44107
Senior Living
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Riverside Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Manor

3223-3235 Rocky River DrCleveland, OH 44111
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Kensington Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Court

23303 Lorain RdNorth Olmsted, OH 44070
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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
Riveredge Lofts3859 - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$800
1Oak0AStudio,1BA$825
Ashby Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$849
Lawn VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$849
Concord House1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$850
Norway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
2275 Warren Rd1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rocky River, OH

As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rocky River area is the $1.33 price per square foot Milliard Fillmore Model at Presidential in the in the Kamm's Corners neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Rocky River apartment is the 2143 Eldred Ave Model at 2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 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.
PresidentialMilliard Fillmore2BR,2BA$1.33
2143 Eldred Ave, Unit 22143 Eldred Ave3BR,1BA$1.25
Beacon Hill West2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.28
Brendan Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1 Bath - Call for Availability2BR,1BA$1.11
Maile Lofts2 BR 1 BTH2BR,1BA$1.37
Kamms Premiere ApartmentsTriskett1BR,1BA$0.98
Lakewood Premier Apartments13386 Madison1BR,1BA$1.23
Abbeyshire Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Arlen Terrace Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath FT1BR,1BA$1.39
1Oak0AStudio ,1BA$1.38

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rocky River Apartments

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 $989 at Lawn Village.

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

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.