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Cleveland's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Cleveland and the best places to live with original content written by our Cleveland, OH Local Expert Sandy Baker

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Cleveland, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cleveland, OH

Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cleveland, OH area range in price from $549 to $22,052 with an overall median price of $2,250. The three Cleveland neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brownhelm at $750, Downtown Vermilion at $825, and Vermilion Township at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cleveland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brownhelm$1,062$750254
Downtown Vermilion$1,100$825196
Vermilion Township$1,100$825196
Vermillion$1,100$825196
Waterbury$1,125$595357
North Elyria$1,150$595245
Orchard Villas$1,180$625467
Mayfield Road Area$1,200$6471013
Monticello$1,200$6471814
Windermere$1,200$6471043

Cheapest Available Cleveland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Prospect Yard in the Gateway District neighborhood priced from $451. Artisan in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $510. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cleveland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$451
ArtisanA7D1BR,1BA$510
Dorchester Village ApartmentsT Suite1BR,1BA$645
Crystal Tower1 Bed 1 Bath Junior w balcony1BR,1BA$647
Bishop Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
The VistaJunior1BR,1BA$660
444 Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Junior1BR,1BA$662
3567 Bosworth Rd1 Bedroom-1BR,1BA$665
Indian Hills Senior CommunityStudio StandardStudio,1BA$670
Clifton Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, OH

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cleveland area is the $0.77 price per square foot 19411 Winslow Rd Model at 19411 Winslow Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Malvern neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Cleveland apartment is the 3270 W 61st St Model at 3270 W 61st St starting at $900 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Stockyards neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
19411 Winslow Rd, Unit 219411 Winslow Rd4BR,3BA$0.77
3270 W 61st St3270 W 61st St2BR,1BA$0.45
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.57
626 E 130th St, Unit 628626 E 130th St2BR,1BA$0.54
Cormere (IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER)Unique Layouts1BR,1BA$0.74
2996 E 126th St, Unit Elliott2996 E 126th St2BR,1BA$0.67
884 E 131st St, Unit #2884 E 131st St3BR,1BA$0.77
15711 Grovewood Ave15711 Grovewood Ave2BR,1BA$0.74
3046 E 130th St3046 E 130th St2BR,1BA$0.77
Prospect Yard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.45

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Cleveland Overview

As the unofficial capital of America’s north coast, the affection that the people of Cleveland have for their town is shared by the entire region. Clevelanders are not afraid of a little snow. You’ll see children riding sleds on sidewalks and snowball fights in the parks. When other cities shut down and shiver- Cleavlanders come out and play! If Jefferson Airplane wasn’t talking about Cleveland, they should have been, because Clevelenders really did build this city on rock and roll, and as the home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, they’ve got the chops to prove it. They’ve got a unique appetite as well. With heaping corned beef sandwiches, shockingly strange Polish Boy hot dogs, and plenty to offer in the 5-star restaurant department as well, eating is nothing to be sneezed at in Cleveland. Unlike in many large cities, walking is socially acceptable here. It’s ranked among many top 10 most walkable cities lists. Why would you want to miss all this culture by riding in a car anyway?

Why live in Cleveland, OH?

Known for its blue collar spirit, Cleveland is a welcoming place for hard working people of all kinds. Rock and Roll and gregarious attitudes prevail. Not that there’s no place for people who enjoy a little quiet time, and the finer things either. Cleveland has time for everybody and every mood- and it’s no exaggeration to say- something for everyone. And even better - the options in great apartments in Cleveland also abound!

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Getting Around Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Cleveland?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cleveland is under $675.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cleveland?

The cheapest apartment in Cleveland is Artisan which is listed at $510, while the average apartment in Cleveland costs $2,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cleveland?

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 31,165 regular apartments in Cleveland 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 Cleveland?

Cheap apartments in Cleveland have an average cost of $433 which is $1,817 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cleveland.

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A Cleveland Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sandy Baker

Choosing the ideal place to call home in Cleveland may mean selecting a neighborhood that offers excellent access to the freeways or good overall schools for the kids.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.