Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH from $300 (24 Rentals)

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Rentals in Cincinnati near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Cincinnati.

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Straight Street Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Straight Street Apartments

650-660 Straight StCincinnati, OH 45219
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2508 Auburn
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2508 Auburn

2508 Auburn AveCincinnati, OH 45219
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2301 Auburn Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2301 Auburn Avenue

2301 Auburn AveCincinnati, OH 45219
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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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420 - 432 Riddle Road
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

420 - 432 Riddle Road

420-432 Riddle RdCincinnati, OH 45220
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Northern View Student Living
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northern View Student Living

100 Meadow Trail DrHighland Heights, KY 41076
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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

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Getting Around Cincinnati, OH

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60 / 100

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Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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31 / 100

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Joey1+ years in Cincinnati

February 25, 2025

Cincinnati is a large midwestern city with something to offer just about anyone. The city itself has 52 neighborhoods with unique character and charm, plus some beautiful late 19th century architecture that I've never seen anywhere else not on the East Coast. Dozens of townships and smaller cities surround the city proper, and each of these has its own vibe and character. We love living here!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cincinnati Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Cincinnati?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cincinnati is under $700.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cincinnati?

The cheapest apartment in Cincinnati is Tower Valley Flats which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Cincinnati costs $2,792.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cincinnati?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3,430 regular apartments in Cincinnati that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cincinnati?

Cheap apartments in Cincinnati have an average cost of $477 which is $2,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH

Written by: Joey Hoelscher

Cincinnati is a unique Midwest city thanks to its riverfront downtown core, unique terrain, and a surprising amount of 1800s urban architecture not commonly seen west of the East Coast.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.