
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, IA from $400 (61 Rentals)
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Karlton Apartments

Biston Apartments

Jefferson Building

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Centerville Senior Lofts

Country Club Estates

Foxwood Apartments

Sunset Apartments

The Ridges
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Orchard Meadows

Indianola Park II Apartments

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Northern Plains by Kading

Fish Creek

Dennis Park Apartments

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

Prairie Meadows Apartments

Norwalk Meadows

Somerset

Burbank Village Apartments
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Linden East Apartments

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Vesta Village by Kading

Deer Run Apartments

High Pointe

Schoolyard Rowhomes

Cedarbrooke Place

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Osceola Heights by Kading

Allure at 57

Linden West

Lyn Crossing
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Sunset Terrace

Brickyard Apartments

Carman Estates

Legacy Landing Apartments

Emerald Reserve Indianola

The Vineyards

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Southern Horizon by Kading

510 E Lake St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts
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1833 Curtis Ave

Washington Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

Carlisle Park Apartments

East Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Indianola Park Apartments

806 N Roche St

501 S Osteopathy Ave

Southridge Senior Lofts
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Cincinnati, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cincinnati?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Studio Apartments | $518 | $415 | $725 |
| Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments | $910 | $415 | $1,936 |
| Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $600 | $1,965 |
| Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $895 | $2,181 |
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Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Centerville Senior Lofts priced from $600. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dublin | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Washington Apartments | 2.1C 40% | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
| Sunset Apartments | 1 bedroom, | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Indianola Park II Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Country Club Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Fish Creek | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, IA and Nearby
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at Sunset Terrace in the in the Easton Park neighborhood starting from $1,220. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards starting at $1,295 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cincinnati apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Terrace | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Vineyards | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Osceola Heights by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dearborn | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Country Club Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cincinnati Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment is $700 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cincinnati Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cincinnati is starting from $600 at Centerville Senior Lofts.
What is the most affordable Cincinnati Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cincinnati Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village and starts from $918.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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