The Ascent
12301 Cedar Rd,
Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
Studio - 3 Beds | $1,595 - $5,754
Rental Market Trends in Cleveland Heights, OH
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Cleveland Heights, OH is $1,112/month.
Rent in Cleveland Heights is 33% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,112/month
Average Rent
682 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3.1%
Change / Year
993
Available Apartments
Cleveland Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Cleveland Heights average $1,008 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Cleveland Heights average $1,112 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Cleveland Heights average $1,241 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Cleveland Heights average $1,558 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Cleveland Heights, OH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $34 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Cleveland Heights, OH
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
49%
$700 - $1,000/month
46%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
1%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
3%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights?
Based on current rent prices, Monticello-Noble and Cedar-Fairmount" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights?
Based on current rent prices, Cedar-Fairmount and Monticello-Noble" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights.
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Which Cleveland Heights neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights with the most apartments available are Cedar-Fairmount and Monticello-Noble" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cleveland Heights, OH?
Because the average rent in Cleveland Heights is $1,112, you’ll want to make about $3,706 per month or $44,472 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Cleveland Heights, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Cleveland Heights, OH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Cleveland Heights Area GuideStudio
$596/month
$1,112/month
One Bedroom
$861/month
$1,151/month
Two Bedroom
$976/month
$1,336/month
Three Bedroom
$1,369/month
$1,575/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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East Cleveland
Avg Rent: $639/month
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University Heights
Avg Rent: $1,346/month
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South Euclid
Avg Rent: $756/month
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Shaker Heights
Avg Rent: $1,224/month
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Lyndhurst
Avg Rent: $982/month
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Beachwood
Avg Rent: $1,733/month
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Richmond Heights
Avg Rent: $763/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Cleveland Heights?
The average rent in Cleveland Heights is $1,112 per month, which is 33.2% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Cleveland Heights?
The average rent for a house in Cleveland Heights, OH is $1,945 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Cleveland Heights?
The average rent for a townhome in Cleveland Heights, OH is $1,336 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Cleveland Heights?
The average rent for a condo in Cleveland Heights, OH is $1,034 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Cleveland Heights?
Rents in Cleveland Heights, OH are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $34 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Cleveland Heights?
In Cleveland Heights, OH, 49% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.