Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $1,900 (3 Rentals)

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Cincinnati's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.06 price per square foot 635 Main St Model at 635 Main St, Unit #1 in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Mercer Commons Apartments starting at $1,526 with a $1.31 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
635 Main St, Unit #1635 Main St2BR,2.5BA$2.06
Mercer Commons Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.31
Renaissance at the Power BuildingThe Voltaire - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.17
Newberry Lofts on 6thOne Bedroom Plus Bonus Area1BR,1BA$1.75
Fourth & Plum2-1f&pFDenCFourth & Plum2BR,1BA$1.93
The Reserve at 4th and RaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
East 8 LoftsLoft 71BR,1BA$1.81
One Lytle PlaceThe Lytle1BR,1BA$2.02
Garfield Tower ApartmentsE1Studio ,1BA$1.97
EdgarOne Bedroom Loft C1BR,1BA$2.14

Frequently Asked Questions about City Center

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?

There are currently 325 Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH with pricing that ranges from $825 to $18,000. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,999 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,999 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,324.

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