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18323 Newell Rd, Unit 3

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Shakertowne Apartments

3558 Strathavon Rd

3686 Avalon Rd

2572-2576 Kemper Rd

North Moreland Courts Apartments

Shaker Crossing

15725 Van Aken Blvd
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Shaker Lake Apartments

Kemper House

3638 Chelton Rd

3634 Hildana Rd

2569 Cheshire Rd

3579 Riedham Rd

Oliver House

18320 Newell Rd
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3427 Westbury Rd

16320 Scottsdale Blvd

3570 Lynnfield Rd

Uptown Shaker

Essex House Apartments

16025 Van Aken Blvd

Parkland Apartments

18313 Newell Rd

3614 Lynnfield Rd

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3697 Hildana Rd

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17424 Winslow Rd

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Fairway-Marchmont Terrace

Shaker Gateway
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Fairhill Place

Shaker Park Manor

13051 Larchmere Blvd

13654 Fairhill

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The Exeter

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Shaker Heights, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shaker Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Shaker Heights Studio Apartments | $1,457 | $650 | $2,675 |
| Cheap Shaker Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $600 | $4,142 |
| Cheap Shaker Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $600 | $5,909 |
| Cheap Shaker Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Shaker Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $850 | $6,127 |
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Cheapest Available Shaker Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shaker Heights, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Granada Gardens in the Walford neighborhood priced from $725. Lake Park Tower in the East Cleveland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $744. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shaker Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granada Gardens | 11x | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Lake Park Tower | Efficiency, Standard or Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $744 |
| Shaker House & Shaker Town House | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Lakemore | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Shakertowne Apartments | 1bd/1bh | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Essex-Morley and Barclay Apartments | EM Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Upperview Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| St. Regis Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shaker Heights, OH
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shaker Heights area is the $0.46 price per square foot End Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Shaker Heights apartment is the Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook* starting at $985 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shaker Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hessler 113 Townhomes | End Unit | 6BR,3.5BA | $0.46 |
| Reserve Overlook* | Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| The Drake | The Hoffman | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Ridgefield Manor Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Gordon Crossing | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| 3277 E 146th St | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Moreland Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Balfour Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 2814 Hampshire Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shaker Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shaker Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shaker Heights is at Lake Park Tower listed at $744.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shaker Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shaker Heights Apartment is $725 at Granada Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shaker Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shaker Heights is starting from $825 at Granada Gardens.
What is the most affordable Shaker Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shaker Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Granada Gardens and starts from $900.
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