
Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH Under $1,200 (909 Rentals)


2410 Ohio Avenue

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474 Dayton St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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2923 Euclid Ave, Unit 2 rd, Unit 2 rd

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944 Elberon Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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423 Plum St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1350 Edwards Road

Hyde Park Flats

Arbors of Anderson

Arbors of Montgomery
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Sixth Street Exchange

Cascade Ridge

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Siegel Select Cincinnati/Sharonville

Northwest Woods

Newberry Lofts on 6th

The Blonde

The Retreat at Stillmeadow

The Alcove of Turpin Hills

Versailles Village

Mears Place Apartments
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The Parkton

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Kensington Park

The Provident Apartments

Pleasant Run Apartments

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Grandin Park

2760 Linshaw Ct

Walk to UC & UC Medical | 1BR/2BR Apartments

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1307 Delta Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2
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5850 Robison Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

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213 Mulberry St

Edroy Court

The Glengate Apartments

Woodland Village

Colonial Gardens

Harbour Cove Apartments

Current At The Banks

Riverbend Apartments

Euclid Court
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Montclair in the Woods

Woodbrooke

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Lombardy Flats

Diamond Oaks

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3616 Brotherton Rd, Unit 3616 Brotherton, Unit 3616 Brotherton

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1641 Pasadena Ave, Unit 1641 Pasadena Ave, Unit 1641 Pasadena Ave

310 Oak

Congress Run Apartments

The Courtyard of Oakley
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cincinnati?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,260 | $506 | $6,000 |
| Cincinnati 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,446 | $250 | $5,323 |
| Cincinnati 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,825 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,403 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,413 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,998 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Cincinnati 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,593 | $7,037 | $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 Cincinnati
How much are Studio apartments in Cincinnati?
There are currently 2,062 Studio Apartments in Cincinnati with rent ranges from $506 to $6,000 with an average price of $1,260.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cincinnati Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cincinnati ranges from $250 to $5,323 with an average monthly rent of $1,446.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cincinnati cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cincinnati range from $780 to $11,050. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,825.
How expensive are Cincinnati Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 631 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cincinnati on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $14,796 - averaging $2,403 for the location.
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