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The Baldwin

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Skytop Apartments

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The Village at Stetson Square

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215 Atkinson 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 | $1,364 | $506 | $6,000 |
| Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $250 | $5,217 |
| Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $780 | $5,650 |
| Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,413 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $699 | $8,311 |
| Cincinnati 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,757 | $6,085 | $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 $1,559.
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 1,804 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 $614 which is $945 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.
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