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249 8th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

249 8th St

249 8th StElyria, OH 44035
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Westwood Estates
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Estates

7055 Quarry RdAmherst, OH 44001

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601-605 Abbe Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

601-605 Abbe Rd

601-605 N Abbe RdElyria, OH 44035
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2550 Elyria Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 Elyria Ave

2550 Elyria AveLorain, OH 44055
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South Amherst, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Amherst, OH is a Studio unit found at The Overlook in the Larkmoor neighborhood priced from $650. Hampshire I Apartments in the South Elyria neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The OverlookEfficiencyStudio,1BA$650
Hampshire I ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Concord Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$700
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$735
Arbor Grove LorainStudioStudio,1BA$789
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$810
Chestnut Acres Apartments1 Bedroom - Call for Availability1BR,1BA$825
143 Hamilton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Amherst, OH and Nearby

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Amherst area is the $1.23 price per square foot The Willow Model at The Preserve at French Creek in the in the Bentley Park neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value South Amherst apartment is the The Regatta - Deluxe Model at Portside Apartments starting at $1,667 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Larkmoor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at French CreekThe Willow2BR,2BA$1.23
Portside ApartmentsThe Regatta - Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.32
Hancock Duplex Apartments1919 Randal St2BR,1.5BA$1.02
Crystal Shores CommunityTwo Bedroom- One Bath (460M)2BR,1BA$1.27
Pin Oak Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.41
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
143 Hamilton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.08
Pinebrook Tower Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.33
Chestnut Acres Apartments1 Bedroom - Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Amherst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Amherst?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Amherst is at The Overlook listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Amherst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Amherst Apartment is $695 at Concord Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Amherst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Amherst is starting from $795 at Concord Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pin Oak Apartments and starts from $1,050.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.