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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $700 (49 Rentals)
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Sycamore Place
634 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,035Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 12
Garfield Tower Apartments
111 Garfield PlCincinnati, OH 45202
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One Lytle Place
621 E Mehring WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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The Provident Apartments
630 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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from $1,240Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parisian on Vine Apartments
309 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Textile Apartments
205 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Radius At The Banks
44 W Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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Industry Cincinnati
1118 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Seven at Broadway
345 E 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1307 Main St
CincinnatiOH45202
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Crane Factory Flats
824 Broadway StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Sky Central
1 W 4th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Artistry Cincy
601 E Pete Rose WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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641 Walnut St
CincinnatiOH45202
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Current At The Banks
121 E Freedom WayCincinnati, OH 45202
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521 E 13th St, Unit 2
521 E 13th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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7 West 7th Apartments
7 W 7th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Renaissance at the Power Building
224 E 8th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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The Vibe Apartments
830 Main StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1010 On The Rhine
1010 Walnut StCincinnati, OH 45202
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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
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City Center, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,524 | $995 | $4,044 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $1,100 | $3,740 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,479 | $4,730 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,117 | $3,026 | $9,200 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,960 | $6,960 | $6,960 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC priced from $999. Sycamore Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC | STU | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Sycamore Place | L | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Fourth & Plum | 1 Bed PFSLR | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| Gramercy on Garfield | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| The Biltmore | 1 bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Lombardy Flats | 1 bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| East 8 Lofts | Loft 6 | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Parisian on Vine Apartments | N04 | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| One Lytle Place | The Lytle | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.20 price per square foot 969 Hatch St Model at 969 Hatch St, Unit 969 12 in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** Model at Mercer Commons Apartments starting at $1,127 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 969 Hatch St, Unit 969 12 | 969 Hatch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Newberry Lofts on 6th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Renaissance at the Power Building | The Davinci - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1117 Broadway St | 4 | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Mt. Adams Living | 954 Hill Street - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Sycamore Place | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Edgar | One Bedroom Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| One Lytle Place | The Lytle | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Gramercy on Garfield | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio and customized analysis for Central Cincinnati, OH. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the City Center Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center is under $1,344.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center?
The cheapest apartment in City Center is Fourth & Plum which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in City Center costs $6,960.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center?
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 5 regular apartments in City Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
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.
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.