
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifton Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $300 (218 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Clifton area of Cincinnati.


The Cliffs Apartments

2409-2417 W. Clifton Ave

956 Ludlow Ave

507 Lowell Ave

2829 Glendora Ave

362 Probasco St

555 Lowell Ave

3419 Telford St

3233 Whitfield Ave
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3300 Jefferson Ave

2935 Marshall Ave

2162 Stratford Ave

Straight Street Apartments

922-926 Ludlow Ave

305 W McMillan St

Clifton Colony

Lowell 558
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2817 Glendora Ave

2936 W McMicken Ave, Unit 1

2823 Glendora Ave

562 Lowell Ave

343-345 Ludlow Ave

440 Ludlow Ave

2215 Ohio Ave

3025 Clifton Ave

415 Probasco St

2301 Auburn Avenue
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506-508 Riddle Rd

2805 Digby Ave

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Bellevue House Apartments

Mont Michel Apartments

539 Lowell Ave

418 Dorchester Ave, Unit 418 Dorchester #3

2366 Wheeler St

558 Lowell Ave

2431 Ohio Ave
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2831-2833 Glendora Ave

510 Lowell Ave

3222 Bishop St

551 Lowell Ave

3211 Jefferson Ave

559 Lowell Ave

545 Lowell Ave

563 Lowell Ave
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Clifton, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Studio Apartments | $1,096 | $625 | $3,673 |
| Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $695 | $3,650 |
| Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $895 | $2,946 |
| Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $999 | $4,500 |
| Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $899 | $5,864 |
| Clifton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,126 | $849 | $6,184 |
| Clifton 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,502 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 218 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clifton Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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Cheapest Available Clifton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clifton area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Clifwood priced from $625. The Roseanne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Clifton apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifwood | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Roseanne | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Jonathan | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Lowell 555 | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 3209 Bishop Street | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Amy | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Telford 3405 | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 2935 Marshall Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Ludlow 922-926 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, OH
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Harrison Terminal Lofts in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the D3 Model at Vanguard starting at $900 with a $0.61 price per square foot in the Clifton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Terminal Lofts | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Vanguard | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.61 |
| 3340 Bishop St, Unit 1 | 3340 Bishop St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 287 McCormick Plz, Unit 2 | 287 McCormick Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| University Edge - Cincinnati Student Living | 3B 3B | 3BR,3BA | $0.86 |
| Ohio 2215-2217-2219 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 403 Probasco St | Two Bedroom One and half Bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Clinton Springs Quad Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2805 Digby Ave | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleClifton, Cincinnati, OH
Ranked #9
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Clifton, Cincinnati, OH
Rockdale Academy Elementary School
Fairview-Clifton German Language School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Clifton Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Clifton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clifton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clifton is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clifton?
The cheapest apartment in Clifton is The Amy which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Clifton costs $4,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clifton?
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 162 regular apartments in Clifton 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 Clifton?
Cheap apartments in Clifton have an average cost of $890 which is $3,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clifton.
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