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12510 Summerland Ave

22081 River Oaks Dr

17209 Puritas Ave

1346 Kenilworth Ave
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17826 Northwood Ave, Unit Lower unit 1, Unit Lower unit 1

1235 Donald Ave

1660 Cedarwood Dr

25735 Lorain Rd
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13617 Sprecher Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rocky River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky River 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,513 | $1,100 | $2,500 |
| Rocky River 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,014 | $1,375 | $3,500 |
| Rocky River 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,457 | $1,450 | $4,500 |
| Rocky River 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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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 $750. 1Oak in the Downtown Rock River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rocky River apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 1Oak | 0A | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Norway Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Edgecliff Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lakewood Premier Apartments | 13386 Madison #6 and#5 | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rocky River, OH
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rocky River area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1280 Mathews Ave Model at 1280 Mathews Ave in the in the Downtown Rock River neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Rocky River apartment is the 19101 Hilliard Blvd Model at 19101 Hilliard Blvd, Unit Apt 6 starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Kamm's Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rocky River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1280 Mathews Ave | 1280 Mathews Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 19101 Hilliard Blvd, Unit Apt 6 | 19101 Hilliard Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1463 Riverside Dr, Unit #1 | 1463 Riverside Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Brendan Court Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 Bath - Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| TERRA - West of West | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 2015 Arthur Ave, Unit 2015#11 | 2015 Arthur Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Lakewood Premier Apartments | 13386 Madison #6 and#5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Kamms Premiere Apartments | Triskett | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Winterberry Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 1Oak | 0A | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rocky River?
There are currently 246 Apartments for Rent in Rocky River, OH with pricing that ranges from $685 to $9,888. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rocky River ranging from $930 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rocky River?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rocky River ranges from $930 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,808.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rocky River?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rocky River range from $1,270 to $2,348, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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