How much is rent in Lorain?

In Lorain, the average rent is $1,000+ for a studio, $695+ for a 1-bedroom, $796+ for a 2-bedroom, and $1,140+ for a 3-bedroom.* *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Lorain?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Lorain apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Lorain?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Lorain.

How can I find off-campus housing in Lorain?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Lorain. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Case Western Reserve University , Cuyahoga Community College District , John Carroll University , Cleveland State University , Ashland University , and Baldwin Wallace University .

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Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH

49 rentals available

545 E. Erie Ave
$795
545 East Erie Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 517-7882
2 units available
2 bed
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SECTION 8 and EDEN Accepted!! Newly Renovated 3br 2-Story House!
$1,470
1714 Long Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 771-7839
1 unit available
3 bed
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Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Range, and Refrigerator
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Four Bed 2 Full Bath in Lorain
$1,600
1037 Washington Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
(412) 314-2001
1 unit available
4 bed
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Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Range, and Refrigerator
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Updated Cape Cod with New Flooring, Front Deck Garage
$1,195
1314 Cedar Drive, Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 246-6217
1 unit available
3 bed
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Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Air conditioning, and Ceiling fan
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2907 Oakwood Ave #3
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 500 sqft
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545 E. Erie Ave 303
2 Beds • 1 Bath
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956 N Central Dr 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 850 sqft
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Well-Maintained 3-Bedroom Ranch with Updated Flooring 3 Beds, 1 Bath, $995
3 Beds • 1 Bath • 960 sqft
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4642 Oberlin Avenue 102
Studio • 1 Bath
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Charming 4-Bedroom Property in Prime Location (SECTION 8 VOUCHERS ACCEPTED)
$1,510
1774 Oakdale Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
(216) 465-4011
1 unit available
4 bed
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Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Recently renovated, Concierge + more
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Charming 2-Bedroom Property in Prime Location
$1,100
937 West 13th Street, Lorain, OH 44052
(216) 465-4011
1 unit available
2 bed
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Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Recently renovated, Concierge + more
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Charming 3-Bedroom Property in Prime Location
$1,300
3175 Caroline Avenue, Lorain, OH 44055
(216) 465-4011
1 unit available
3 bed
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Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Recently renovated, Concierge + more
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2909 Denver Avenue
$1,300
2909 Denver Avenue, Lorain, OH 44055
(754) 271-8574
1 unit available
3 bed
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1808 East 42nd Street
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1808 East 42nd Street, Lorain, OH 44055
(954) 362-2565
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W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Parking, Internet access, Range, and Oven
1850 East 32nd Street - Right
$1,695
1850 East 32nd Street, Lorain, OH 44055
(216) 677-0008
1 unit available
5 bed
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W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Ceiling fan, Concierge + more
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4796 Olivia Way 4 Bed
4 Beds • 3 Baths
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4 Bedroom 3 bathroom Single Family Home in Lorain 4 Beds, 3 Baths, $2400
4 Beds • 3 Baths • 3420 sqft
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Updated 3-Bedroom Split-Level with Open Kitchen Finished Lower Level 3 Beds, 2 Baths, $1895
3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1344 sqft
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1763 E 36th St 5 Bed
5 Beds • 2 Baths • 2000 sqft
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1850 East 32nd Street - Right 5 Bed
5 Beds • 1 Bath • 1370 sqft
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3074 Toledo Avenue
$1,395
3074 Toledo Avenue, Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 444-9849
1 unit available
3 bed
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Dishwasher and Range
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1763 E 36th St
$1,895
1763 East 36th Street, Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 444-9849
1 unit available
5 bed
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839 Allison Ave
$1,095
839 Allison Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 444-9849
1 unit available
3 bed
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Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
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2105 E. 31st Street
$1,095
2105 East 31st Street, Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 444-9849
1 unit available
3 bed
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W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Parking, Recently renovated, and Accessible
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3 bedroom 2 bathroom single family home | section 8 and EDEN welcomed
$1,650
1028 West 5th Street, Lorain, OH 44052
(706) 807-3120
1 unit available
3 bed
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3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House in Lorain
$1,300
922 West 22nd Street, Lorain, OH 44052
(412) 314-2001
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
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City Guide

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lorain is $695+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $796+. Rent rates updated 4 days ago

Studio: $1,000+Trending down
1 Bed: $695+Trending down
2 Beds: $796+Trending down
3+ Beds: $1,140+Trending down

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Don’t listen to the naysayers, Lorain, Ohio is not closed. Nor is it named after quiche. It just kinda looks like it, with all the boarded up houses and businesses - closed, that is - quiche looks more brunchy. Residents blame the downturn in the city’s fortunes on the closing of the Ford plant. Even though that happened back in 2005, they say it caused a domino effect. First, Ford suppliers went belly up and then, natch, all the businesses that catered to Ford employees. Lorain is recovering, it’s just not rushing into it.

Thirty miles west of Cleveland, this little rust-belt city sits squarely on Lake Erie – well, it’s northern border does anyway. It is not – I repeat – NOT a suburb of Cleveland. It’s a city, with 64,000 Loranians to prove it. It’s not a big city by any stretch, it only takes up 24 square miles of Ohio real estate, but it’s a city in its own right. Since you’re moving here, let’s get you oriented.

With rents this cheap, you'll have enough left over for champagne (in Lorain)

While it isn’t a huge city with tons of choices, Lorain does offer townhouses, condos, and apartments sprinkled throughout. Rents are pretty cheap – between $425 to about $600 per month. Many allow pets, but plan on paying a non-refundable pet deposit and extra “pet rent” every month. Security deposits are downright affordable and some of the larger complexes offer move-in specials.

Lorain Neighborhoods

Local Loranians recommend the east side of town, across the bridge, or way out west and the southwest. Stay away from East 29th and far, far away from Globe Avenue. Central Lorain, around 17th and Reid is sketchy, but the area around Lakeview Park is cool.

Central Lorain

Downtown Lo-town is a cute little area with lots of old buildings. Scattered throughout you’ll find apartments above businesses. The only problem with living downtown is that, unlike other cities this size, there’s not a lot to do.

West Side

West Side Lorain has lots of newish townhouses. Check out the Hawthorne Avenue area, west of downtown – it’s one of the nice neighborhoods in the city, and located near the lake. You may also want to check out the way west area: south of Meister and west of Leavitt.

South Side

The south side is where you’ll find a lot of duplexes. These are relatively inexpensive and some have yards for the pooch. The best part of south Lorain is near E. 28th St.

East Side

Go across the bridge to get to the nicer parts of east Lorain. Here you’ll find neighborhoods convenient to the downtown area.

Your Lorain Neighbors

The 2011 unemployment rate for Lorain, Ohio sits at 7 percent, which isn’t too bad compared to other U.S. cities. So, your new neighbors will most likely be employed, but they’ll make less than other Ohioans. That’s probably because the chances are real good they never went to college. Graduates are in a substantial minority in Lorain.

This is a good city for the guys: there are far more women than men here. And, chances are, some of them are named Lorraine. For the stereotypical guy, one less important thing to remember. The median age in Lorain is 34, which is younger than the rest of Ohio, and almost half the folks are married.

If you’re a Republican I better warn you that living in Lorain will feel a bit like living on another planet: there are eight times as many Democrats as Republicans. Advice? Just like anywhere. Keep your political views well hidden when hanging out at the local bar with some of your steel-mill buds. Focus on the Cavs, Browns, and the Indians. Just don't root for LeBron.

Don’t Park There, or There

The city of Lorain takes winter safety quite seriously, and they designate certain streets as “snow emergency routes.” You’ll need to get to know which streets these are so you avoid parking illegally on them when there’s 2 inches of snow expected.

Is it Dangerous?

Although Lorain’s crime rates have declined over the past three years, the overall rate remains high for a city of its size. Most crimes occur in the central part of the city, but, as in most cities, large or small, crime can happen anywhere. Yes, a little more so in Lorain than in Bel Air, just use your brain while meandering around... well, you know.

Apartments for Rent in Lorain, OH

545 E. Erie Ave

SECTION 8 and EDEN Accepted!! Newly Renovated 3br 2-Story House!

Four Bed 2 Full Bath in Lorain

Updated Cape Cod with New Flooring, Front Deck Garage

Charming 4-Bedroom Property in Prime Location (SECTION 8 VOUCHERS ACCEPTED)

Charming 2-Bedroom Property in Prime Location

Charming 3-Bedroom Property in Prime Location

2909 Denver Avenue

1808 East 42nd Street

1850 East 32nd Street - Right

3074 Toledo Avenue

1763 E 36th St

839 Allison Ave

2105 E. 31st Street

3 bedroom 2 bathroom single family home | section 8 and EDEN welcomed

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House in Lorain

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