Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Cincinnati Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $300 (331 Rentals)

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property at 2829 Glendora Ave

$695 - $1,095

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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2829 Glendora Ave

CincinnatiOH45219
property at 809 Glenwood Ave

$725 - $1,395

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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809 Glenwood Ave

CincinnatiOH45229
property at 2714 May St

$750 - $900

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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2714 May St

CincinnatiOH45206

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property at 26 W Daniels St

$795

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

26 W Daniels St

CincinnatiOH45219

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East Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Cincinnati area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Carlton Place Apartments priced from $550. Beecher Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable East Cincinnati apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carlton Place ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$550
Beecher Flats1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
513-519 Hale AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$680
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
Roselawn ApartmentsSmall 1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment1BR,1BA$705
Beecher Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$755
Courtyard ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$789
Cypress GroveStoneridge1BR,1BA$795
Daniels 26Two Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cincinnati, OH

As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Cincinnati area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2148 Auburn Ave Model at 2148 Auburn Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Mount Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value East Cincinnati apartment is the 511 W North Bend Rd Model at 511 W North Bend Rd, Unit 2 starting at $1,300 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Winton Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cincinnati apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2148 Auburn Ave, Unit 42148 Auburn Ave3BR,1BA$0.97
511 W North Bend Rd, Unit 2511 W North Bend Rd2BR,1BA$0.64
3581 Amberacres Dr, Unit Apt 43581 Amberacres Dr2BR,2BA$0.78
4096 Longford Dr, Unit Furnished Apt4096 Longford Dr1BR,1BA$0.57
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
1815 Clarion Ave, Unit 11815 Clarion Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
University Edge - Cincinnati Student Living3B 3B3BR,3BA$0.86
7710 Plainfield Rd, Unit #27710 Plainfield Rd2BR,1BA$0.81
Crest Hill Quad Apartments2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Roselawn Summit Apartments1BED / 1BATH1BR,1BA$0.97

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Cincinnati metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com

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East Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH

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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Northeastern Cincinnati, OH. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Cincinnati Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Cincinnati?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Cincinnati is under $795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Cincinnati?

The cheapest apartment in East Cincinnati is 513-519 Hale Ave which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in East Cincinnati costs $8,385.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Cincinnati?

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 67 regular apartments in East Cincinnati 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 East Cincinnati?

Cheap apartments in East Cincinnati have an average cost of $673 which is $7,712 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Cincinnati.

Expert Rental Resources

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH

Written by: Joey Hoelscher

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.