Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $500 (23 Rentals)

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6060 Colter Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6060 Colter Ave

6060 Colter AveCincinnati, OH 45230

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Kent Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Apartments

20-40 Pleasant AveFort Thomas, KY 41075
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742 S Fort Thomas Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

742 S Fort Thomas Ave

742 S Fort Thomas AveFort Thomas, KY 41075
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California, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the California area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at 6115-6126 Plymouth Avenue priced from $760. Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here are the most affordable California apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
6115-6126 Plymouth AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$760
Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont AveOne Bedroom-5571 Beechmont1BR,1BA$870
Arborstone ApartmentsOne Bed w/ Office1BR,1BA$899
2351 Beechmont Ave.1 Bed1BR,1BA$899
Beechmont Bluffs1 Bedroom with balcony1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, OH

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the California area is the $1.22 price per square foot 41 Kyles Ln Model at 41 Kyles Ln, Unit 2 in the in the California neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value California apartment is the 4002 Eastern Ave Model at 4002 Eastern Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the California neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
41 Kyles Ln, Unit 241 Kyles Ln2BR,1.5BA$1.22
4002 Eastern Ave, Unit 14002 Eastern Ave2BR,1BA$1.04
Beechmont Towers Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.41
Blue Valley Flats3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.27
Washington House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Beacon Tower2 BR2BR,1BA$1.33
Mears Place Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.38
The Reserves on Beacon Hill2x12BR,1BA$1.39
Beechmont Bluffs1 Bedroom with balcony1BR,1BA$1.50
Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont AveOne Bedroom-5571 Beechmont1BR,1BA$1.51

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
California, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #24

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the California Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Apartment is $870 at Riverstone Court Apartments - Beechmont Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California is starting from $1,063 at Blue Valley Flats.

What is the most affordable California Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap California Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Blue Valley Flats and starts from $1,332.

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.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH

Written by: Joey Hoelscher

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.