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Lima, Ohio offers a mix of history and affordability for apartment seekers. Founded in 1831 and named after the Peruvian capital (though pronounced "LY-ma"), this northwestern Ohio city holds deep industrial roots as the former home of the Lima Locomotive Works. Located at the intersection of several state routes and near Interstate 75, Lima provides easy access to Toledo, Dayton, and Fort Wayne.
Apartments in Lima offer competitive rental rates, with one-bedroom units averaging $686 per month compared to the Ohio state average of $1,055. The city features established neighborhoods like Market Street Historic District and South Side. Major employers include the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center, Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center, and Lima Memorial Health System. Cultural attractions include the Allen County Museum, historic Ohio Theatre, and performances by the Lima Symphony Orchestra. The city is also home to several higher education institutions: Ohio State University at Lima, Rhodes State College, and the University of Northwestern Ohio.
Why Lima?
- Lincoln Park is home to a steam locomotive, the last of 65 manufactured in Lima in the 1940s.
- Faurot Park contains baseball diamonds, four lakes, a concert pavilion, a playground, and a splash pad.
- The Riverwalk/Ottawa River Corridor Trail stretches over 10 miles and is popular for walking and biking.
- The Ohio State University-Lima campus is located on 565 acres and is a four-year public university.
- Downtown Lima features many shops, boutiques, cafes, diners, restaurants, and the Allen County Museum.
- Events in Lima include a holiday festival, Motown in the Downtown, and the Lima Lantern Tours.
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Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- 1 Bedroom 630 Sq Ft $693 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 850 Sq Ft $902 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,116 Sq Ft $1,011 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 987 Sq Ft $647 / mo
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