
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $400 (20 Rentals)
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2344 Prospect Ave E, Unit 204

2344 Prospect Ave E

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3645 Prospect Ave E
Central, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Central Studio Apartments | $1,146 | $695 | $1,611 |
Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $795 | $3,720 |
Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,825 | $1,125 | $8,867 |
Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,572 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of Cleveland, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Prospect Yard priced from $451. Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $451 |
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio & Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
University Studios | The Freshman | Studio,1BA | $792 |
Innovation Landing | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $883 |
The Luckman | E1 | Studio,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, OH
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $2.19 price per square foot THE LAKESIDE Model at The Beacon Cleveland in the in the Gateway District neighborhood starting from $2,657. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Prospect Yard starting at $451 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Gateway District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Beacon Cleveland | THE LAKESIDE | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Prospect Yard | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.45 |
Walker Weeks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Midtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
75 Public Square | Cathedral | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Life At Agora | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
2344 Prospect Ave E, Unit 204 | 2344 Prospect Ave E | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Innerbelt Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
The Luckman | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio & Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
Getting Around the Central Neighborhood in Cleveland, OH
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central is at Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $795 at Stockbridge Apartments ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $451 at Prospect Yard.
What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walker Weeks and starts from $1,725.
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
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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.

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.