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Cheapest Available South Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Amherst, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Concord Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood priced from $725. The Overlook in the Larkmoor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Concord Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
The OverlookEfficiencyStudio,1BA$725
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$740
Arbor Grove LorainStudioStudio,1BA$789
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$799

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

As of September 07, 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 Forestwood Model at Redwood Vermilion starting at $1,799 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Vermilion Township 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
Redwood VermilionForestwood2BR,2BA$1.39
Portside ApartmentsThe Nautilus2BR,2BA$1.25
601-605 Abbe Rd2 Bed/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Hancock Duplex Apartments1919 Randal St2BR,2.5BA$1.02
Pinegrove Apartments129 David Drive2BR,1BA$1.06
Sunset Townhouses2 Bed Townhome2BR,1BA$1.17
Foxes' Lair Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.23
Condor Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Amherst

What type of rentals are currently available in South Amherst?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in South Amherst, OH with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,012. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Amherst ranging from $749 to $2,950.

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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Amherst ranges from $749 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,439.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.