
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH from $300 (928 Rentals)
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Westwood Garden

Kennedy Crossing

The Bridges at Belmont

Tower Valley Flats

Roselawn Apartments

2102 Queen City Avenue

Carlton Place Apartments
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Straight Street Apartments

2842 Montana Ave

709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir

La Ventura Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments

Mont Michel Apartments

1751 Gilsey Ave

Ridge Hill Manor
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Glenmore Building

Sutton Place Apartments and Townhomes

2920-2928 Burnet Avenue

Wynbrook

The Admiral

1910 Mears Ave

126 Glenridge Pl

109 Glenridge Pl

2710 Ruberg Ave
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305 W McMillan St

4096 Longford Dr, Unit Furnished Apt

Vantage Pointe West Apartment Homes

The Overlook at Clifton

Residence at Cedar Grove

Clifton Colony

Lowell 558

Westwood Apartments

West Galbraith Apartments
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Norbend Apartments

North Bend Apartments

4166 Allendale Dr

2997 Westwood Northern Blvd

2810 Maryland Ave

2351 Beechmont Ave.

2301 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Renaissance North
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cincinnati?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Cincinnati Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $645 | $2,403 |
Cheap Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $250 | $3,450 |
Cheap Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $775 | $5,700 |
Cheap Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $899 | $9,200 |
Cheap Cincinnati 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $799 | $10,000+ |
Cincinnati 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,859 | $849 | $9,560 |
Cincinnati 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $250 to $25,070 with an overall median price of $3,814. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mack South at $975, Reading at $890, and Cheviot at $780. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Mack South | $997 | $975 | 3 |
Reading | $1,005 | $890 | 7 |
Cheviot | $1,245 | $780 | 9 |
Mack North | $1,250 | $900 | 12 |
East Westwood | $1,279 | $600 | 121 |
Bond Hill | $1,287 | $675 | 81 |
College Hill | $1,300 | $250 | 33 |
Kennedy Heights | $1,300 | $645 | 6 |
Monfort Heights East | $1,300 | $250 | 42 |
Mount Airy | $1,300 | $250 | 36 |
Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Sparrow Ridge in the Thornwilde Seasons neighborhood priced from $497. Sands Senior Apartments in the Queensgate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $501. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sparrow Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $497 |
Sands Senior Apartments | 0D 30% | Studio,1BA | $501 |
The Jonathan | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
2530 Hansford Pl | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
The Bridges at Belmont | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Ludlow 960 | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
Tower Valley Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
2102 Queen City Avenue | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Straight Street Apartments | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Carlton Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH
As of July 25, 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 1923 Dana Ave Model at 1923 Dana Ave, Unit 1923 Dana Ave#2 starting at $1,680 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Hyde Park 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. |
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2303 Kenton St, Unit #2 | 2303 Kenton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.68 |
1923 Dana Ave, Unit 1923 Dana Ave#2 | 1923 Dana Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
4430 Ridgeview Ave, Unit 3 | 4430 Ridgeview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
1280 Section Rd, Unit #1 | 1280 Section Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
Yugo Cincinnati Deacon | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic B | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
6226 Kennedy Ave, Unit 3 | 6226 Kennedy Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
619 Western Ave, Unit 2 | 619 Western Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Hub Cincinnati | 2x2 K (4x2 Lite) | 4BR,2BA | $0.94 |
2530 Hansford Pl | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Cincinnati Overview
Cincinnati, Ohio is a vibrant and livable US city in the Midwest. It is sometimes referred to as the northernmost Southern city, and is a transportation and cultural crossroads between the north and south due to its location on the Ohio and Licking Rivers and it’s links to the Mississippi and the South. Cincinnati is experiencing positive employment growth, particularly in the financial services, commercial, and manufacturing industries. Proctor & Gamble and Fifth/Third are the largest employers in the city. The city is known for its Germanic and Gothic architecture such as the Music Hall, Cincinnatian Hotel and the Shillito department store building. Cincinnati is also home to the Cincinnati Reds, the oldest Major League Baseball franchise and the Cincinnati Bengals.
Why live in Cincinnati, OH?
Cincinnati is a vibrant city with plenty of attractions and activities available to residents and visitors, while also maintaining affordability. The city offers neighborhoods to suit any taste and budget whether you’re a college student looking for an apartment in vibrant Over-the-Rhine or if you are looking for a luxurious place in Indian Hill. The city is home to not only professional football and baseball teams, but also college sports, and active community support for high school teams.
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Getting Around Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
Cincinnati, OH Area Reviews
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 The Jonathan which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in Cincinnati costs $3,814.
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 905 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 $482 which is $3,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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