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

Mapleview Terrace Apartments

18 S Court St

Frank Cook Senior Housing

Kershaw Greene III

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Monticello Village

Meadowood
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Timber Creek Apartments

Cedargate

Carol Crossing

Campus Heights Student

Oak Valley Apartments

ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE

127 W State St

9 Brown Ave

47 1st St
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39 Walker

186 W Washington St

98 Hudson Ave

100 Hudson Ave

120 N Congress St

Pine Ridge

Munson Crossing

61 1st St

Kershaw Greene I
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116 N Congress St

1236 Green Valley Dr

Sandstone Apartments

Kershaw Greene II

576 Harding Rd

906 Putnam Ave

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 | $1,076 | $790 | $1,375 |
| Shawnee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $450 | $1,670 |
| Shawnee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $595 | $2,295 |
| Shawnee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $550 | $2,466 |
| Shawnee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $827 | $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 III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $707 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $736 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $736 |
| Carol Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Meadowood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Campus Heights Student | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee, OH and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shawnee area is the $1.19 price per square foot Unit A Model at 532 N Columbus St in the starting from $1,550. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 532 N Columbus St | Unit A | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Carol Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Kershaw Greene III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Mapleview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Colony Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee Apartments
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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