
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shawnee, OH from $400 (37 Rentals)
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Colony Terrace Apartments

Mapleview Terrace Apartments

18 S Court St

Frank Cook Senior Housing

Beckford Place

Cedargate

Sater Village Apartments

Monticello Village
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Kershaw Greene I

ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE

127 W State St

9 Brown Ave
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47 1st St

39 Walker

186 W Washington St

98 Hudson Ave

100 Hudson Ave

120 N Congress St

Pine Ridge

Munson Crossing

61 1st St
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Kershaw Greene II

116 N Congress St

906 Putnam Ave

Sandstone Apartments

Kershaw Greene III

208 Cemetery Rd

Riverview Senior Villas

215 S Ewing St

Nelsonville School Commons
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338 N Columbus St
Shawnee, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shawnee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $720 | $1,375 |
| Shawnee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $450 | $2,335 |
| Shawnee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $595 | $2,900 |
| Shawnee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $550 | $2,235 |
| Shawnee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $732 | $575 | $890 |
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Cheapest Available Shawnee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shawnee, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS priced from $450. Colony Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shawnee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
| Colony Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Mapleview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $535 |
| Munson Crossing | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $683 |
| Sater Village Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $759 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
| Meadowood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee, OH and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shawnee area is the $0.69 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nelsonville School Commons in the starting from $893. The second greatest value Shawnee apartment is the Three bedroom apartment Model at 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU starting at $550 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shawnee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| The Summit at Coates Run | York - Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 3 bdr | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Munson Crossing | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Sater Village Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shawnee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shawnee is at The Studios at 123 listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Apartment is $450 at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shawnee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shawnee is starting from $655 at Munson Crossing.
What is the most affordable Shawnee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shawnee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mapleview Terrace Apartments and starts from $770.
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