Cheap Apartments for Rent by Owner in Cleveland, OH from $400 (26 Rentals)
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1129 E 169th St, Unit DOWN

4312 Clinton Ave, Unit West

15819 Huntmere Ave, Unit Cleveland OH

3409 Warren Rd, Unit Upper

1918 E 123rd St, Unit Down Rear

1832 W 47th St, Unit Down
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

1295 W 89th St, Unit Lower

3763 W 135th St, Unit Downstairs

3540 E 153rd St, Unit 1

2590 W 11th St, Unit Up

1507 Genesee Rd, Unit 3

1691 Robinwood Ave, Unit 306

1950 Nelawood Rd, Unit 65-201

11720 Edgewater Dr, Unit 411

23855 David Dr., Unit 211

19101 Hilliard Blvd, Unit Apt 6

1870 Wooster Rd, Unit Lower

2256 Rexwood Rd, Unit 2nd Floor

2147 Eldred Ave, Unit Down Unit

11811 Lake Ave, Unit 403

18414 Newell Rd, Unit 2

3367 E Scarborough Rd, Unit 3367
Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cleveland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cleveland Studio Apartments | $1,350 | $595 | $3,740 |
Cleveland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $550 | $9,561 |
Cleveland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $600 | $10,000+ |
Cleveland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $849 | $10,000+ |
Cleveland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,487 | $949 | $9,500 |
Cleveland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $1,050 | $3,500 |
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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.
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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 $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cleveland?
The cheapest apartment in Cleveland is Dorchester Village Apartments which is listed at $645, while the average apartment in Cleveland costs $3,372.
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 1,559 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 $411 which is $2,961 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cleveland.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

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.

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.

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.