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Lorain at a Glance

Average Rent

$641
(All bedrooms and property types)
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4

School Rating

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1

Some Transit

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41

Somewhat Bikeable

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Lorain, OH Houses for Rent

Located on the shores of Lake Erie at the mouth of the Black River, Lorain offers apartments for rent that combine affordability with waterfront living. The city provides renters with access to beautiful lakefront parks like Lakeview Park, home to a historic rose garden and floral basket sculpture. With average one-bedroom apartment rents around $640, compared to the Ohio state average of $1,055, Lorain's rental market offers competitive pricing.

Apartments for rent in Lorain are situated near the city's 51 parks, which span 583 acres of recreational space. Located 25 miles west of Cleveland, Lorain provides convenient access for commuters while maintaining lower housing costs. The downtown area hosts community events throughout the year, including the Lorain International Festival and FireFish Festival. The Charles Berry Bridge connects the east and west sides of the city, making it easy for residents to explore this lakeside community.

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Getting Around Lorain

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45

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
41

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Clearview High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
386 Students
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Lorain High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,722 Students
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New Beginnings

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
120 Students
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Longfellow Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
390 Students
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General Johnnie Wilson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
472 Students
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Southview Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
429 Students
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Whittier Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
560 Students
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Vincent Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-4
492 Students

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