
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfax Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $600 (40 Rentals)
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5015-5017 Madison Rd

Hyde Park Commons Apartments

4022 Paxton Ave

Foxwood Apartments

5070 Anderson Pl, Unit 4

814 Ellison Ave, Unit 4

Ravenswood
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4216 Settle St, Unit 2

The Courtyard of Oakley

4805 Eastern Ave

3616 Brotherton Rd, Unit 3616 Brotherton

3254 Berwyn Pl

Tarpis Woods

Brookstone Village

6901 Palmetto St
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3577 Saybrook Ave

Madamore

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Mariemont Woods

4864 Madison Rd, Unit #3

Fountain Villa Apartments

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The Boulevard At Oakley Station
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3318 Nash Ave, Unit 2

5025 Ridge Avenue

3212 Bach Ave

Red Bank Reserve

Macey Courtyard

4801 Madison

3000 Linwood Ave

Gold Key Apartments
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Romaine Court

Linwood Towers

Find-A-Way I

King Towers Apartments
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Fairfax, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $835 | $1,630 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $915 | $2,065 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,010 | $3,795 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $1,495 | $3,425 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 3212 Bach Ave priced from $795. Leesburg Apartments HydePark/Oakley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3212 Bach Ave | 1x1 apt 6 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Leesburg Apartments HydePark/Oakley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Red Bank Reserve | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (572 Upper) | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| 4801 Madison | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hyde Park Commons Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Gold Key Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Foxwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ravenswood | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, OH
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.38 price per square foot Three Town Model at Erie Townhomes in the in the Madisonville neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Two Bed, One Bath Model at Mariemont Townhomes starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Madisonville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Townhomes | Three Town | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Mariemont Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 3318 Nash Ave, Unit 2 | 3318 Nash Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Fountain Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Mariemont Woods | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 4864 Madison Rd, Unit #3 | 4864 Madison Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 3616 Brotherton Rd, Unit 3616 Brotherton | 3616 Brotherton Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 4216 Settle St, Unit 2 | 4216 Settle St | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 5070 Anderson Pl, Unit 4 | 5070 Anderson Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Gold Key Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Fairfax, Cincinnati, OH
Mariemont Elementary School
Mariemont Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfax is under $1,025.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax is 3212 Bach Ave which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Fairfax costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax?
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 11 regular apartments in Fairfax 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 Fairfax?
Cheap apartments in Fairfax have an average cost of $333 which is $2,167 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax.
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