Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Business District Cincinnati, OH from $1,200 (16 Rentals)

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property at 440 Hopkins St

$1,650 - $1,900

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1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

Available Aug 16

440 Hopkins St

CincinnatiOH45203

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Central Business District, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at 139 East Clifton Ave priced from $895. 1531 Elm St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
139 East Clifton Ave0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67618Studio,1BA$895
1531 Elm StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$899
EdgarSTUBStudio,1BA$975
1513-1515 Republic St1 bed1BR,1BA$1,099
1533 Pleasant St15131BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, OH

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.35 price per square foot Two Bedroom Loft Model at The Lofts at Shillito Place in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $2,040. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 969 Hatch St Model at 969 Hatch St, Unit 969 12 starting at $1,800 with a $1.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Shillito PlaceTwo Bedroom Loft2BR,2BA$1.35
969 Hatch St, Unit 969 12969 Hatch St2BR,1BA$1.20
514 E 12th St, Unit 3514 E 12th St2BR,1.5BA$1.39
931 Nassau St, Unit 1931 Nassau St2BR,1BA$1.46
Vue 180Social II2BR,2BA$1.59
541 E 13th St, Unit Apartment #2541 E 13th St2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Groton LoftsOne Bedroom On 7th Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.55
1619 Mansfield St, Unit #11619 Mansfield St1BR,1BA$1.64
The Biltmore1 bedroom - L1BR,1BA$1.66
Fourth & Plum1 Bed C1BR,1BA$1.45

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

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Central Business District, Cincinnati, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?

There are currently 791 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, OH with pricing that ranges from $895 to $30,235. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,280 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,280 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,118.

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