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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $700 (41 Rentals)
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One Lytle Place
621 E Mehring WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,085Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 14
Garfield Tower Apartments
111 Garfield PlCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,119Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Provident Apartments
630 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,125Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Vibe Apartments
830 Main StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,200Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parisian on Vine Apartments
309 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Textile Apartments
205 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,295Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sycamore Place
634 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,324Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Radius At The Banks
44 W Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,333Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Industry Cincinnati
1118 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,369Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Artistry Cincy
601 E Pete Rose WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,425Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Crane Factory Flats
824 Broadway StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Sky Central
1 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
1307 Main St
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Current At The Banks
121 E Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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7 West 7th Apartments
7 W 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,535Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Seven at Broadway
345 E 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
641 Walnut St
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The Reserve at 4th and Race
105 4th St WCincinnati, OH 45202
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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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City Center, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,493 | $975 | $4,010 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $1,050 | $4,310 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $1,479 | $4,950 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,888 | $3,201 | $9,200 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Edgar priced from $975. Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Edgar | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC | STU | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| The Provident Apartments | The Washington | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
| Broadway Square | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parisian on Vine Apartments | A07 - D | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Blonde | 06 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Textile Apartments | X09 | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
| The Biltmore | 1 bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Lombardy Flats | 1 bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.12 price per square foot Obtuse Model at Radius At The Banks in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,492. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the B-8 Model at 4th and Race starting at $2,514 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Radius At The Banks | Obtuse | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| 4th and Race | B-8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Renaissance at the Power Building | The Voltaire - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Newberry Lofts on 6th | One Bedroom Plus Bonus Area | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| East 8 Lofts | Loft 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Sycamore Place | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| One Lytle Place | The Lytle | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Biltmore | 1 bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio and customized analysis for Central Cincinnati, OH. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the City Center Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 City Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center?
The cheapest apartment in City Center is Broadway Square which is listed at $1,145, while the average apartment in City Center costs $5,320.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center?
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 22 regular apartments in City Center 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 City Center?
Cheap apartments in City Center have an average cost of $260 which is $5,060 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City Center.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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