Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sandusky, OH from $400 (34 Rentals)

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$800 - $1,200

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409 Hendry St

SanduskyOH44870

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Muirwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Muirwood Village

101 Landsrush StSandusky, OH 44870
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Lake Point Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Point Apartments

1612 Remington AveSandusky, OH 44870
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Leisure Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leisure Apartments

2400 Milan RdSandusky, OH 44870
Senior Living
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Viewpoint
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Viewpoint

215 E Shoreline DrSandusky, OH 44870
Senior Living
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Venice Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Venice Heights

4502-4512 Venice Heights BlvdSandusky, OH 44870

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Sycamore School
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore School

912 Sycamore LineSandusky, OH 44870
Furnished
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Arbor Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Arms

1141-1145 McKinley StSandusky, OH 44870
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Monticello Arms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello Arms

2121-2303 Milan RdSandusky, OH 44870
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Erie Shore Living
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Erie Shore Living

1219 E Perkins AveSandusky, OH 44870
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Shoreline Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shoreline Apartments

222 W Shoreline DrSandusky, OH 44870
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sandusky, OH

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sandusky, OH area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sandusky Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Perkins Township$4,068$66920
Downtown Sandusky$7,028$80019

Cheapest Available Sandusky Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sandusky, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Clinton Square in the Perkins Township neighborhood priced from $875. Eagle's Pine Apartments in the Downtown Sandusky neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sandusky apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clinton SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Eagle's Pine ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Village Square Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$940
Falcon Point LoftsBREAKERSStudio,1BA$965
Timbers Edge2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,000
Plum Brook Villas West1 Bedroom Loft w/ 1 Car Detached Garage1BR,1BA$1,175
Stony Ridge Manor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,275
Hunters Marsh Villas2 Bedroom 1 Bath Loft with Non Direct Garage2BR,1BA$1,395
Villas at Sandy CreekGarden - Standard2BR,2BA$1,705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandusky, OH and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandusky area is the $1.87 price per square foot North Pier Model at Feick Building in the in the Downtown Sandusky neighborhood starting from $3,515. The second greatest value Sandusky apartment is the Unit 2 Furnished Model at Schmidt Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Downtown Sandusky neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sandusky apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Feick BuildingNorth Pier2BR,2.5BA$1.87
Schmidt ApartmentsUnit 2 Furnished2BR,1BA$1.60
Timbers Edge2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.92
Hunters Marsh Villas2 Bedroom 2 Bath 2 Car Direct2BR,2BA$1.41
Stony Ridge Manor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Plum Brook Villas West1 Bedroom Loft w/ 1 Car Detached Garage1BR,1BA$1.63
515 W Washington St, Unit 3515 W Washington St1BR,1BA$1.21
Village Square Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Clinton SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
Eagle's Pine ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Sandusky Overview

Every year, more and more people are making the choice to check out Sandusky apartments. With close vacation spots, restaurants, and local bars, it's easy to see why this is becoming a growing city. Enjoy the great lakes, take a tour of the local historical sites, or jet across the state line into Michigan for a weekend getaway. No matter what you decide to do, apartments in Sandusky will offer you a location that is perfect for getting around town or to work. 

Why live in Sandusky, OH?

Whether it's the lighter traffic or the waterfront views of Lake Erie, there are many reasons that people choose their Sandusky apartments. This is a family-focused town, which is full of various activities as well as restaurants and bars to visit. No matter what season it is, there is always something to do and see. And if work is your primary concern, you won't have to worry about wading through traffic to get to the office every day. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sandusky Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sandusky?

The cheapest apartment in Sandusky is Clinton Square which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Sandusky costs $5,548.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sandusky?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Sandusky that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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