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Moving to the City: A Relocation Guide for Cincinnati

Planning a move to Cincinnati? Discover the best neighborhoods, utility setup tips, and essential moving advice in this step-by-step relocation guide.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Where to Live in Cincinnati: Proximity-Based Neighborhood Rental Guide Near Major Employers

Your expert guide to renting in Cincinnati, Ohio. See which neighborhoods put you minutes from major employers like Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and help you avoid peak-hour traffic.

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Hailing the Queen City: A Local Take on Cincinnati, OH

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH

Pricing Updated: 08/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $250 to $22,758 with an overall median price of $1,530. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bond Hill at $895, Delhi Hills at $895, and East Price Hill at $895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bond Hill$895$69520
Delhi Hills$895$67517
East Price Hill$895$67515
Sedamsville$895$67524
West Price Hill$895$67521
Mack South$925$9254
East Westwood$995$74512
Reading$999$7056
South Fairmount$1,035$67524
Mount Airy$1,047$25045

Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 631 Mulberry St in the Wyoming neighborhood priced from $575. Mary Ingles Place in the Outer Southeast Hamilton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $615. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
631 Mulberry St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$575
Mary Ingles PlaceSTUDIOStudio,1BA$615
The BradfordStudioStudio,1BA$630
Clifwood0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$645
The Bridges at BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$650
2317 Chickasaw StOne Bedroom (dorm sytle)1BR,2BA$650
3834 Glenway Ave1 bed1BR,1BA$675
5206 Montgomery RoadStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
2102 Queen City AvenueStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
4821 Reading RoadStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH

As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2230 Ravine St Model at 2230 Ravine St, Unit 1 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 4 Bedroom - Model G Model at The Point Cincinnati starting at $1,000 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Mount Auburn 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.
2230 Ravine St, Unit 12230 Ravine St3BR,2BA$0.81
The Point Cincinnati4 Bedroom - Model G4BR,4BA$0.63
Gateway Lofts Cincinnati4X4 A4BR,4BA$0.81
4096 Longford Dr, Unit Furnished Apt4096 Longford Dr1BR,1BA$0.57
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
University Station3A3BR,3BA$0.79
2162 Stratford AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
4530 Lafayette Avenue, Unit Unit #44530 Lafayette AvenueStudio ,1BA$0.90
3097 Riddle View Ln, Unit D3097 Riddle View Ln1BR,1BA$0.89
1624-1632 Linden Dr2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.84

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Cincinnati

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Cincinnati metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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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Cat • 1+ years in Cincinnati

June 14, 2026

Depending 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, 2026

Cincinnati 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, 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 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 $1,530.

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 2,826 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 $544 which is $986 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.

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