1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH (1,971 Rentals)

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Learn about Cincinnati and the best places to live with original content written by our Cincinnati, OH Local Expert Joey Hoelscher

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Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 27, 2025

There are currently 266503 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Cincinnati, OH that range in price from $250 to $4,408. Downtown Cincinnati, Pendleton and Central Business District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Cincinnati with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Cincinnati13599$1,706$645
Pendleton11541$1,807$775
Central Business District11307$1,805$825
Riverfront11221$1,805$795
Race Street11116$1,810$825
City Center10728$1,811$825
Lower Price Hill9890$1,798$725
The Banks9505$1,807$1,250
Queensgate8380$1,783$775
Over-the-rhine8120$1,785$775

Largest Available Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cincinnati, OH is found at Altura Apartments in the Hearthstone Estates neighborhood and is 1,520 square feet priced from $2,334. Madison Place Apartments in the Riverfront neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,402 square feet and currently listed start at $2,990. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cincinnati:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Altura ApartmentsNaples (with Den)1,520 Sq Ft$2,334
Madison Place ApartmentsThe Roebling1,402 Sq Ft$2,990
The Vibe ApartmentsVogue1,400 Sq Ft$3,074
American Can LoftsMoganthau1,267 Sq Ft$1,890
Windsor Flats RehabM1,260 Sq Ft$1,629
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1,250 Sq Ft$699
Wellington PlaceOne Bedroom Townhome with Office1,250 Sq Ft$1,649

Cheapest Available Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cincinnati, OH is the Studio Model starting from $645 at Probasco 362 in the Clifton neighborhood. The second most affordable Cincinnati 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Tower Valley Flats starting at $675 in the College Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cincinnati is currently $1,511. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cincinnati:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Probasco 362Studio$645
Tower Valley Flats1 Bedroom$675
The JonathanStudio$695
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath$699
Maple Grove Apartments1 bed$700
Mont Michel ApartmentsLegacy One Bedroom$720
Kennedy Crossing1x1 567$725
Dover Heights"The Five" Premium Renovated One Bedroom$725
Clifton View1 Bedroom 1 Bath$745

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Cincinnati Overview

Cincinnati, Ohio is a vibrant and livable US city in the Midwest. It is sometimes referred to as the northernmost Southern city, and is a transportation and cultural crossroads between the north and south due to its location on the Ohio and Licking Rivers and it’s links to the Mississippi and the South. Cincinnati is experiencing positive employment growth, particularly in the financial services, commercial, and manufacturing industries. Proctor & Gamble and Fifth/Third are the largest employers in the city. The city is known for its Germanic and Gothic architecture such as the Music Hall, Cincinnatian Hotel and the Shillito department store building. Cincinnati is also home to the Cincinnati Reds, the oldest Major League Baseball franchise and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Why live in Cincinnati, OH?

Cincinnati is a vibrant city with plenty of attractions and activities available to residents and visitors, while also maintaining affordability. The city offers neighborhoods to suit any taste and budget whether you’re a college student looking for an apartment in vibrant Over-the-Rhine or if you are looking for a luxurious place in Indian Hill. The city is home to not only professional football and baseball teams, but also college sports, and active community support for high school teams.

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Getting Around Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cincinnati Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Cincinnati with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cincinnati is at Probasco 362 listed at $645.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cincinnati is $1,511.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cincinnati is a 1,520 square feet unit starting from $2,334 at Altura Apartments.

What is the average size for Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cincinnati is currently 776 sq ft.

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