
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH from $300 with Washer/Dryer (272 Rentals) Page 2 of 6
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The Provident Apartments

Colonial Gardens

Woodland Village

Prime Apartments and Townhomes at White Oak

Mills Run Apartments

Grandin Park

Kensington Park

Artistry Cincy

The Pines Apartments and Townhomes
Hailing the Queen City: A Local Take on Cincinnati, OH
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The Parkton

The Alcove of Turpin Hills

Versailles Village

The Blonde

Northwest Woods

Arbors of Montgomery

Sixth Street Exchange

Arbors of Anderson

Cascade Ridge

1512 Blair Ave, Unit D
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1042 Marshall Ave, Unit 1042 Marshall Avenue 3rd Floor

4747beechmont Ohio Cir, Unit 2

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2923 Euclid Ave, Unit 2 rd, Unit 2 rd

The Villages at Symmes Crossing

Poste Apartments

HaNoBe

Savannah Heights Apartments

Pine Ridge

Textile Apartments

505 Sandheger Pl, Unit 4
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Stonegate Apartments

Century Lake Apartment Homes

Creekside at Anderson

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2900 Colerain Ave

2131 Williams Ave, Unit 2

Union on Taft

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4204 Williamson Pl, Unit 1C, Unit 1C

2992 W McMicken Ave, Unit 3

2992 W McMicken Ave, Unit 1

30 West Court Street, Unit 204, Unit 204
Cincinnati's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Cincinnati and the best places to live with original content written by our Cincinnati, OH Local Expert Joey Hoelscher

Madamore

860 East

The Whitfield

Commons

Trails at Mariemont

North Park Townhomes

Radius At The Banks

Heritage Hill Estates Apartments

Mariemont Woods

The Alto Apartments
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 | $1,257 | $506 | $6,000 |
| Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $250 | $5,323 |
| Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,513 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,881 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 6 Bedroom Apartments | $13,755 | $8,168 | $10,000+ |
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Cincinnati, OH Area Reviews
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 $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cincinnati?
The cheapest apartment in Cincinnati is The Arts Apartments at Music Hall which is listed at $630, while the average apartment in Cincinnati costs $2,700.
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 2,288 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 $520 which is $2,180 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cincinnati.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Cincinnati
Written by: Joey Hoelscher
Cincinnati isn’t exactly known as a college town — still, with the city’s great variety and strong economy, it’s a great place to go to college (and maybe to stay for years to come)!

Hailing the Queen City: A Local Take on Cincinnati, OH
Written by: Catrina Cowart
Hi, I’m Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Cincinnati, Ohio, a southern city near the border next to Coventry, Kentucky.

Where to Live in Cincinnati: Proximity-Based Neighborhood Rental Guide Near Major Employers
Written by: Catrina Cowart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.