Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $1,700 (12 Rentals)
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601 E Pete Rose Way

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City Center, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in City Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,876 | $1,760 | $5,750 |
City Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 12 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 Edgar priced from $985. Parisian on Vine Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,010. 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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Edgar | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $985 |
Parisian on Vine Apartments | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
Lombardy Flats | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1,127 |
Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.25 price per square foot 521 E 13th St Model at 521 E 13th St, Unit 3 in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the The Sawyer Model at One Lytle Place starting at $1,909 with a $1.48 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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521 E 13th St, Unit 3 | 521 E 13th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
One Lytle Place | The Sawyer | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Renaissance at the Power Building | The Galileo - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
Newberry Lofts on 6th | One Bedroom Plus Bonus Area | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Sycamore Place | R | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Mercer Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
East 8 Lofts | Loft 17 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Gramercy on Garfield | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
Alumni Lofts | E.4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions about City Center
What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?
There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in City Center, OH with pricing that ranges from $985 to $9,200. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,760 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,760 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,247.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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