Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH from $400 (34 Rentals)

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The Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks

1400-1516 Herbert DrLorain, OH 44053
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The Willows
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

4745 Oberlin AveLorain, OH 44053
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Ventura Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ventura Apartments

1814 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Kingston Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Square

1816 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Almadien Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Almadien Village

2075 E Serenity LnLorain, OH 44053
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Pentamen Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pentamen Arms

1800 Cooper Foster Park RdLorain, OH 44053
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Pikewood Manor
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pikewood Manor

1780 Lorain BlvdElyria, OH 44035

Lorain, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lorain, OH

Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lorain, OH area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lorain Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Black River$850$8504
Larkmoor$1,200$650240
Bartish$1,300$499486

Cheapest Available Lorain Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lorain, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Westgate Gardens Apartments in the Bartish neighborhood priced from $499. The Overlook in the Bartish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lorain apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westgate Gardens ApartmentsONE BEDROOM MARKET APARTMENT1BR,1BA$499
The OverlookEfficiencyStudio,1BA$650
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$650
Concord Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$665
Oakwood Park Apartments1 Bedroom - Available Soon!1BR,1BA$675
Arbor Grove LorainStudioStudio,1BA$700
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Sycamore Square1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium1BR,1BA$830
Pinecrest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$875
College Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lorain area is the $1.32 price per square foot The Willow Model at The Preserve at French Creek in the in the Bentley Park neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Lorain apartment is the The Windjammer Model at Portside Apartments starting at $1,329 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Larkmoor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lorain apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at French CreekThe Willow2BR,2BA$1.32
Portside ApartmentsThe Windjammer2BR,2BA$1.03
College Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.93
Pinecrest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.88
Sycamore Square2 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.31
Pin Oak Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.27
Westgate Gardens ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM MARKET APARTMENT2BR,1BA$0.80
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.00
Oakwood Park Apartments1 Bedroom - Available Soon!1BR,1BA$1.23
Tower Regency & Tower Garden1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.45

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Lorain Overview

Lorain, OH sits in the shadow of Cleveland but has its own character. The major factories have moved on, but the lake is still a major source of income and recreation. Inland, you'll find a welcoming town with a remarkable number of green spaces in and around the city limits.

Why live in Lorain, OH?

Despite being located just a short commute from busy and bustling Cleaveland, Lorain maintains a comfortable, small-town feel. The town celebrates it’s multi-national heritage with exciting ethnic restaurants and several international festivals. When it comes to natural beauty, you’ll be hard-pressed to find better than the shores of Lake Erie. This vast stretch of fresh water is a paradise for fishermen, boaters, bird watchers, and other nature enthusiasts. Numerous state parks dot the coastline, giving outdoorsy families plenty to see and do. History buffs may also love this area, from local museums to historical societies to traditional buildings in town.

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Getting Around Lorain, OH

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lorain Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lorain?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lorain is at The Overlook listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorain Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorain Apartment is $499 at Westgate Gardens Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lorain Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lorain is starting from $599 at Westgate Gardens Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lorain Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lorain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Park Apartments and starts from $850.

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