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Shaker Heights, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shaker Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shaker Heights, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Shaker Crossing in the Walford neighborhood priced from $635. Shakertowne Apartments in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shaker Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shaker CrossingOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$635
Shakertowne Apartments1bd/1bh1BR,1BA$700
Kemper HouseStudio: Experience the Charm at Kemper House - ...Studio,1BA$700
Lake Park TowerEfficiency, Standard or UpgradeStudio,1BA$744
2515 Kemper RdNewly Renovated Studio Apartments at 13700 Fair...Studio,1BA$758
Ellacott Parkway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
2669 Euclid Heights Blvd2626 North Moreland #221BR,1BA$795
Heights Apartments on OverlookFall Special1BR,1BA$795
Heights Apartments at Cedar FairmountFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$795
Twin FlagsStudioStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shaker Heights, OH

As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shaker Heights area is the $0.47 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $995. 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 $940 with a $0.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hessler 113 TownhomesCenter Unit6BR,3.5BA$0.47
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.57
The DrakeThe Hoffman3BR,2BA$0.86
The Parkland2 Bed/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.03
4025 E 144th St, Unit 2nd fl/lower4025 E 144th St3BR,1BA$0.87
2181 Rexwood Rd, Unit 1st2181 Rexwood Rd2BR,1BA$0.96
12207 Mount Overlook Ave12207 Mount Overlook Ave2BR,1.5BA$0.98
The Balfour Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.95
12900 Hoy Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shaker Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Shaker Heights?

There are currently 637 Apartments for Rent in Shaker Heights, OH with pricing that ranges from $550 to $20,210. There are also 218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shaker Heights ranging from $650 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shaker Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shaker Heights ranges from $650 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shaker Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shaker Heights range from $1,100 to $12,148, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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