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6119 Conover St

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201 Emming St

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2383 Wheeler St

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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $250 to $18,000 with an overall median price of $2,851. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Henry Hannahs Farm at $1,095, White Oak West at $1,150, and Covedale at $600. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Henry Hannahs Farm$1,100$1,0952
White Oak West$1,150$1,1501
Covedale$1,200$60019
Bridgetown North$1,225$60024
Monfort Heights$1,237$2507
Golf Manor$1,272$1,2502
Carthage$1,300$1,3001
Finneytown$1,300$25012
Cheviot$1,400$72522
East Price Hill$1,410$72523

Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at The Bridges at Belmont in the Winton Hills neighborhood priced from $650. Tower Valley Flats in the College Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Bridges at BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$650
Tower Valley Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Aspen Village1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 565 (Balcony)1BR,1BA$680
Ludlow 960Studio1BR,1BA$695
The JonathanStudio1BR,1BA$695
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
2842 Montana Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
La Ventura ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Mayridge/Westbrook ApartmentsMayridge 1B/1B 690SqFt1BR,1BA$700
Maple Grove Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $0.68 price per square foot 2303 Kenton St Model at 2303 Kenton St, Unit #2 in the in the Mount Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Walnut Creek Townhomes starting at $1,799 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Dillonvale 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.
2303 Kenton St, Unit #22303 Kenton St3BR,1BA$0.68
Walnut Creek Townhomes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.95
2309 Kemper Ln, Unit 12309 Kemper Ln2BR,2BA$0.94
4172 Hamilton Ave, Unit 4172 Hamilton Floor 24172 Hamilton Ave3BR,1BA$0.93
1280 Section Rd, Unit #21280 Section Rd2BR,1BA$0.89
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1107 Valencia StStudio ,1BA$0.73
2158 W Clifton Ave2158 W Clifton Ave1BR,1BA$0.83
Hub Cincinnati2x2 K (4x2 Lite)4BR,2BA$0.94
3449 McHenry Ave, Unit 113449 McHenry Ave1BR,1BA$0.97

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Joey • 1+ 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 Cincinnati

What type of rentals are currently available in Cincinnati?

There are currently 5138 Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH with pricing that ranges from $250 to $18,000. There are also 460 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cincinnati ranging from $575 to $7,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cincinnati?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cincinnati ranges from $575 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,611.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cincinnati?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cincinnati range from $935 to $18,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,145 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $899.

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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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.

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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.