Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $700 (72 Rentals)

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The Waldo
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Waldo

204 W Eighth StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Gateway Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Plaza

400-416 W 9th StCincinnati, OH 45203
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Columbia Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Flats

1301 Walnut StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Sinton Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sinton Flats

340-344 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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412 E Thirteenth St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

412 E Thirteenth St

412 E Thirteenth StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1533 Pleasant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1533 Pleasant St

1533 Pleasant StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1531 Elm St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1531 Elm St

1531 Elm StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Lancaster Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lancaster Apartments

22 W 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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One Lytle Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

One Lytle Place

621 E Mehring WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Flats on the Row priced from $999. 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 Riverfront apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flats on the Row1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Invictus Realty 13th Street LLCSTUStudio,1BA$999
Garfield Tower ApartmentsE1Studio,1BA$1,025
Fourth & Plum1-1f&pCFourth & Plum1BR,1BA$1,099
Lombardy Flats0-1lombLombardy Flats1BR,1BA$1,100
The Provident ApartmentsThe WashingtonStudio,1BA$1,114
EdgarOne Bedroom Loft C1BR,1BA$1,115
The Vibe ApartmentsMoxieStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, OH

As of March 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.43 price per square foot 318 E 14th St Model at 318 E 14th St, Unit 316 #2 in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 967 Hatch St Model at 967 Hatch St, Unit 967 starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
318 E 14th St, Unit 316 #2318 E 14th St2BR,2BA$1.43
967 Hatch St, Unit 967967 Hatch St2BR,1BA$1.50
The Reserve at 4th and RaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.73
Mercer Commons Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.43
430 Hopkins St, Unit 1430 Hopkins St1BR,1.5BA$1.41
1813 Highland Ave, Unit 11813 Highland Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
Newberry Lofts on 6thOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.67
Fourth & Plum2-1f&pFDenCFourth & Plum2BR,1BA$1.67
Flats on the Row2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.54
1617 Highland Ave, Unit 1617 Highland Ave1617 Highland AveStudio ,0.5BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Riverfront, Cincinnati, and the greater Cincinnati area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Riverfront Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

74 / 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 Riverfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront is at Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC listed at $999.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $999 at Flats on the Row.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $1,250 at Flats on the Row.

What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Renaissance at the Power Building and starts from $2,638.

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