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Cincinnati's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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2250 Flora St
$7001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Aug 1

2250 Flora St

Cincinnati, OH 45219
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146 Glenridge Pl
$7501 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

146 Glenridge Pl

Cincinnati, OH 45217
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2332 Harrison Ave
$7501 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

2332 Harrison Ave

Cincinnati, OH 45211
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1048 Rosemont Ave
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1048 Rosemont Ave

Cincinnati, OH 45205
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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH

Pricing Updated: 02/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $250 to $172,500 with an overall median price of $2,361. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Carthage at $775, Batavia Lakes at $825, and Evendale at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Carthage$775$77521
Batavia Lakes$825$8254
Evendale$935$795102
California$1,050$1,05013
Bridgetown North$1,055$565354
Monfort Heights$1,080$250125
Kennedy Heights$1,100$645317
White Oak West$1,150$1,15012
Henry Hannahs Farm$1,150$90061
Monfort Heights South$1,192$565935

Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Ludlow Avenue Apartments in the Clifton neighborhood priced from $525. Carpenter Flats in the Paddock Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $568. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ludlow Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$525
Carpenter FlatsBlack Palm 30%2BR,1BA$568
2842 Montana Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$575
Aspen Village1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 565 (Patio)1BR,1BA$640
Probasco 362Studio1BR,1BA$645
ClifwoodStudio1BR,1BA$645
Residence at Cedar GroveStudioStudio,1BA$650
Miami Ridge Apartments 41BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$675
Straight Street ApartmentsStudio 1 bathStudio,1BA$695
Ludlow 960Studio1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $0.49 price per square foot 1839 Hopkins Ave Model at 1839 Hopkins Ave, Unit Cozy Studio Private Room in the in the Paddock Hills neighborhood starting from $890. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 4344 Kirby Ave starting at $1,095 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cincinnati apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1839 Hopkins Ave, Unit Cozy Studio Private Room1839 Hopkins AveStudio ,2BA$0.49
4344 Kirby Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.81
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
6232 Corbly Rd, Unit 62326232 Corbly Rd2BR,1BA$0.96
5859 Kellogg Ave, Unit 58595859 Kellogg Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
Bells Lake Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
1924 Portman Ave, Unit 41924 Portman Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
Crest Hill Quad Apartments2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Mt Airy Horseshoe Apartments2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Ludlow Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.95

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 Cheap Cincinnati Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cincinnati?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cincinnati is at Ludlow Avenue Apartments listed at $525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment is $575 at 2842 Montana Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cincinnati is starting from $568 at Carpenter Flats.

What is the most affordable Cincinnati Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cincinnati Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall and starts from $830.

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