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Cheap Houses for Rent in Buckeye, Cleveland
Buckeye, on Cleveland's east side just north of Shaker Square, is one of the more affordable neighborhoods to rent a full house. Two-bedroom homes typically start in the mid-$700s and three-bedroom homes around $1,000 a month, and every home Rent Finder Cleveland manages in Buckeye accepts Section 8 vouchers.
How cheap can you rent a house in Buckeye?
The lowest-priced houses for rent in Buckeye — the Buckeye-Woodhill area centered on Woodhill Road, just north of Shaker Square — start in the mid-$700s a month for a two-bedroom home. Three-bedroom homes generally add a few hundred dollars, landing between about $1,000 and $1,300.
Those numbers run below Cleveland's broader market. Zumper's July 4, 2026 report placed the citywide 2-bedroom median asking rent at $1,100/month, and RentCafe's July 2, 2026 report — which measures larger, professionally-managed apartment buildings — put the citywide 2-bedroom average at $1,818. Buckeye's older, smaller-scale single-family and duplex housing stock is the main reason prices run lower than either citywide benchmark.
What a lower-priced Buckeye rental typically looks like
Buckeye's rental homes were mostly built in the early-to-mid 20th century, so expect a full basement (typically storage/utility space rather than finished living area), a small yard, and a front porch rather than a wraparound deck or attached garage. Street parking or a narrow driveway is standard.
As with any budget rental, confirm what's included before comparing two listings side by side — water is sometimes covered by the landlord, but heat and electric are almost always the tenant's responsibility, and a Cleveland winter makes that a meaningful cost difference. Asking about the furnace's age or whether storm windows are installed can also help you compare the true monthly cost of two similarly priced homes.
| Monthly budget | What you'll typically find | Bedroom size |
|---|---|---|
| Under $800 | Smaller 2-bedroom homes, basic finishes | 2 bedroom |
| $800 – $1,000 | Most common 2-bedroom price band | 2 bedroom |
| $1,000 – $1,300 | Typical 3-bedroom range, often with basement | 3 bedroom |
Making a Section 8 voucher go further in Buckeye
If you hold a Housing Choice Voucher, your share of rent is based on income rather than the unit's full asking price, which can make Buckeye's already-affordable homes cost even less out of pocket. Every home Rent Finder Cleveland manages in Buckeye accepts Section 8 and is HUD-inspection-ready.
Vouchers come from CMHA, which accepts preliminary applications year-round online, with selection running through periodic lottery draws rather than strict first-come, first-served order. Ohio has no statewide law requiring landlords to accept vouchers, and Cleveland does not currently have a source-of-income ordinance, so confirm acceptance directly with any owner outside our managed homes.
Keeping commute costs low from Buckeye
Buckeye sits just north of Shaker Square, where GCRTA's Blue and Green light-rail lines connect to Tower City and downtown Cleveland, and regular bus routes run along Woodland Avenue and Woodhill Road. I-77 is a short drive away for anyone commuting by car, and Woodland Hills Park offers nearby green space without requiring a drive.
Shaker Square also puts shops, restaurants, and a movie theater within walking distance or a short bus ride of most Buckeye rental streets, which can trim the cost of everyday errands compared with neighborhoods that require a longer drive for groceries or basic services.
Applying for a cheap house in Buckeye
A lower rent doesn't come with a lighter application — every Buckeye listing, cheap or not, goes through the same income and background screening. What we can offer honestly is flexibility: Housing Choice Vouchers are welcome on every home we manage, and we'll consider references or a co-signer if your credit history is thin.
Because our most affordable Buckeye listings tend to attract the most interest, it helps to see a home in person quickly and have your application materials — proof of income, references, and voucher paperwork if applicable — ready to submit the same day. If your budget is firm, decide in advance whether you'd rather pay a slightly higher rent with utilities included or a lower rent with utilities separate — both structures show up among Buckeye's affordable listings, and comparing the two on a true monthly-cost basis avoids surprises after move-in.
Comparing cheap rentals in nearby neighborhoods
Buckeye's affordability is similar to other east-side neighborhoods where we manage homes, including Slavic Village and Collinwood. If you need a specific bedroom count, our 3-bedroom houses for rent in Buckeye page breaks down that range in more detail. Book a free showing once you find a home that fits.
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