
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH from $250 (827 Rentals) Page 3 of 17


249 Senator Pl

331 Shiloh St

Hilltop @ Northside

1976 Kentucky Ave

Providence Pointe

506-508 Riddle Rd

310 Oak

Morrison Apartments

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The Heights

Views of Mt Airy

1923 Sutton Ave

Aventura Apartments

Beechmont Bluffs

2503 Flanigan Ct

3125 Werk Rd

3489 Nandale Dr

5556 Beechmont Ave

1116 Franklin Ave
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3426 Walworth Ave, Unit 3426 Walworth Avenue

6650 Corbly Rd

Bellevue House Apartments

1660 Llanfair Ave, Unit 4

7796 Stillwell Rd

Lakeshore Drive Apartment Homes

Sutton Avenue Apartments

Renaissance Apartments

Ridge Hill Manor

Grandin Bridge Apartments
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Villa Hills

Arborstone Apartments

6060 Colter Ave

2630 Stanton Ave

3537 Epley Ln

1921 W North Bend Rd

5648 Montgomery Rd, Unit 4

6734 Montgomery Rd, Unit 3

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2631 Bremont Ave, Unit 2

Mercer Commons
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Bells Lake Apartments

Heritage Hill Estates Apartments

Blue Valley Flats

Thatcher Flats

2351 Ravine St

3018 Cleinview Ave

College Crest

Fourth & Plum

5014 Lillian Dr

3872 Vine St
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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cincinnati?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Studio Apartments | $1,386 | $506 | $6,000 |
| Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $250 | $4,278 |
| Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $780 | $5,395 |
| Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $886 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $699 | $8,421 |
| Cincinnati 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,792 | $5,856 | $10,000+ |
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Cincinnati, OH Area Reviews
Cat • 1+ years in Cincinnati
June 14, 2026Depending on the part of Cincinnati you're looking at, you'll feel highly connected to the city life or a part of a more rural area. The nice thing about Cinci is that it's very close to both Kentucky (Lexington is about an hour away) and Columbus (also about 1-1.5 hours away), connecting you with two big cities within a short drive. The traffic can be pretty awful on the highways around Cinci, though, so keep that in mind if you have to commute, especially over the bridge.
Catrina • 1+ years in Cincinnati
January 19, 2026Cincinnati is great if you're active and street smart. It has parks, the Ohio River, and lots of restaurants. There are many popular/famous employers, too. The issue is the traffic, to be honest, is pretty severe, especially if you have to cross into Kentucky. Just keep that in mind!
Joey • 1+ years in Cincinnati
February 25, 2025Cincinnati 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 Cheap Cincinnati Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cincinnati?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cincinnati is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cincinnati?
The cheapest apartment in Cincinnati is 631 Mulberry St which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Cincinnati costs $1,547.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cincinnati?
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 2,622 regular apartments in Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
Cheap apartments in Cincinnati have an average cost of $529 which is $1,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.
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