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139 E Clifton Ave
139 E Clifton AveCincinnati, OH 45202
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Cincinnati, OH from $300 (65 Rentals)
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The Vibe Apartments
830 Main StCincinnati, OH 45202
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621 E Mehring WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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111 Garfield PlCincinnati, OH 45202
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The Provident Apartments
630 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Parisian on Vine Apartments
309 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Alumni Lofts
1310 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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634 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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205 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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44 W Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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1118 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,4002 Bedroom Apartment Available May 3, 2026
1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 3
1922 Bigelow StCincinnati, OH 45219
1307 Main St
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Crane Factory Flats
824 Broadway StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Current At The Banks
121 E Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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1 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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601 E Pete Rose WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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345 E 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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7 W 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 2
1922 Bigelow StCincinnati, OH 45219
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1010 On The Rhine
1010 Walnut StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Central Business District, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,496 | $899 | $4,078 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,050 | $4,300 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $1,200 | $5,650 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,666 | $1,795 | $9,200 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,097 | $4,820 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Clifton View priced from $745. 139 E Clifton Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| 139 E Clifton Ave | 303 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Provident Apartments | The Washington | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| 1531 Elm St | 4F | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Biltmore | 1 bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Lombardy Flats | 1 bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Alumni Lofts | D.3 | Studio,1BA | $1,269 |
| East 8 Lofts | Loft 6 | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, OH
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.26 price per square foot 836 York St Model at 836 York St, Unit 3rd Fl in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the B5 Model at Academy on Fourth starting at $2,518 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 836 York St, Unit 3rd Fl | 836 York St | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Academy on Fourth | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 318 E 14th St, Unit 316 #2 | 318 E 14th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 2 | 1922 Bigelow St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 314 W McMicken Ave, Unit 2 | 314 W McMicken Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Newberry Lofts on 6th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Flats on the Row | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| 139 E Clifton Ave | 303 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Business District, Cincinnati, OH
George Hays-Jennie Porter Elementary
Cincinnati Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-6 (288)
5 out of 10
School For Creat & Perf Arts High School
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Public School - Grades K-12 (1214)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Business District is under $1,285.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is Clifton View which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $29,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
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 16 regular apartments in Central Business District 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 Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Central Business District have an average cost of $261 which is $29,239 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Business District.
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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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