
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Toledo, OH from $300 (24 Rentals)
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Center City, Toledo, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $925 | $1,185 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $500 | $3,200 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $675 | $3,375 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $725 | $1,775 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $1,400 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Toledo, OH.
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Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Toledo, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenue priced from $500. Executive Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Toledo, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Executive Towers Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Beacon Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Historic Hillcrest Apartments | 301-801 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Commodore Perry Apartments | The Superior | 1BR,1BA | $834 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, OH
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.04 price per square foot 517 Lagrange St Model at 517 Lagrange St, Unit 2 in the in the North Toledo neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the X11 Model at Standart Lofts starting at $1,435 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Ironwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 517 Lagrange St, Unit 2 | 517 Lagrange St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Standart Lofts | X11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| LaSalle Apartments | The Ottawa | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Fort Industry Square | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Historic Hillcrest Apartments | 802-902 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Summit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Commodore Perry Apartments | The Superior | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Beacon Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Executive Towers Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Center City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Center City is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Center City?
The cheapest apartment in Center City is The Avenue which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Center City costs $1,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Center City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Center City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Center City?
Cheap apartments in Center City have an average cost of $425 which is $1,100 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Center City.
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