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Upstairs at Van Aken

$1,925 – $3,385/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 559–1,133 sq ft
  • 7 units available
  • Pet friendly
20100 Walker Road, Shaker Heights, OH

As of October 14, 2026, Upstairs at Van Aken in Shaker Heights, OH has 7 apartments for rent from $1,925 to $3,385/mo. Studios start at $1,925, one-bedrooms at $2,063, and two-bedrooms at $3,069. The average asking rent has fallen 39.7% since September 1, 2026, from $4,343 to $2,621.


Floor plans

Upstairs at Van Aken has 7 units available across 5 floor plans: a studio layout (634 sq ft), 2 one-bedroom layouts (559–877 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,038–1,133 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

S1 - Ludlow

Studio • 1 Bath • 634 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,925/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
424$1,925634Oct 13
319$2,125634Oct 21

A1 - Mercer

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 559 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,063/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
409$2,063559Oct 13

A4 - Boulevard

1 Bedroom • 1.5 Baths • 877 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,160/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
433$3,160877Oct 13

C1 - Fernway 2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,038 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,069/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
212$3,0691,038Dec 7
212Contact for pricing1,038—

C2 - Onaway

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,133 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,385/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
426$3,3851,133Nov 14

See all 9 units listed at Upstairs at Van Aken, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Upstairs at Van Aken, a studio starts at about $2,199 a month all-in: $1,925 rent and an estimated $274 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,352 and a two-bedroom at about $3,430.

All-in from$2,199/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Upstairs at Van Aken takes about $69,300 a year for a studio, $74,268 for a one-bedroom, and $110,484 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,199 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $97,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,199/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$97,500/yr

Income to qualify

$69,300/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Upstairs at Van Aken has ranged from $2,541 to $4,360. The current average is $2,621, down $1,722 (39.6%) from $4,343 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (44 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Upstairs at Van Aken, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $1,925 – $3,385/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 13

Amenities

Upstairs at Van Aken is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking. It lists 26 amenities, including 24-hour community fitness center, rooftop lounge + terrace, and 24-hour on demand package receiving.

  • 24-Hour Community Fitness Center

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Services

  • 24-Hour On Demand Package Receiving

  • Additional On-Site Storage

  • Bike Storage, Repair, & Wash

  • Bike Wash, Repair And Storage

  • Controlled Access Community

  • Curated Social Events For Residents

  • Dry Cleaning Services

  • Easy Access To Public Transportation

  • Exclusive Offers At Local Merchants

  • Guest Parking Available

  • In Van Aken District Near Chef-Driven Restaurants, Locals + Train

  • Online Resident Portal

  • On-Site Pet Park

  • Outdoor Grilling Stations

  • Pet-Friendly Community

  • Pet Washing Station

  • Preferred Employer Program

  • Professional Management Team

  • Renters Insurance Program

  • Rooftop Lounge + Terrace

  • Smoke-Free Community

  • Stars & Stripes Military Rewards Program

  • Underground Heated Garage Parking

  • Various Lease Term Options


About this property

Introducing Retreat Upstairs at Van Aken, a premier apartment community located in the heart of Shaker Heights' new downtown.


Contact & management

Upstairs at Van Aken is managed by Village Green. The leasing office's phone number is (216) 340-9756.


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