Cheap Homes for Rent in Cincinnati, OH from $500 (201 Rentals)

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property at 526 Riddle Rd

$725

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$725
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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526 Riddle Rd

CincinnatiOH45220
property at 1116 Coronado Ave

$800

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$800
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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1116 Coronado Ave

CincinnatiOH45238

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 4237 Vine St

$825 - $925

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4237 Vine St

CincinnatiOH45217

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1589 Summit Rd

$900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1589 Summit Rd

CincinnatiOH45237

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 8400 Gwilada Dr

$950

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$950
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 1

8400 Gwilada Dr

CincinnatiOH45236

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH

Pricing Updated: 03/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $500 to $8,995 with an overall median price of $2,698. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bridgetown North at $775, St Bernard at $825, and North Avondale at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bridgetown North$775$7751
St Bernard$875$8251
North Avondale$1,545$8255
Finneytown$1,600$1,6001
Hartwell$1,647$9004
West Price Hill$1,647$80016
Greenhills$1,650$1,3951
Carthage$1,699$1,6991
Elmwood Place$1,699$1,6991
Brentwood$1,772$1,5006

Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Carlton Place Apartments in the Paddock Hills neighborhood priced from $550. Clifwood in the Clifton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carlton Place ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$550
Clifwood0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$595
The Jonathan1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$595
The BradfordStudioStudio,1BA$595
Telford 34051 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$595
Beecher Flats1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
Clifton Woods1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
The Roseanne1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
Magnolia Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$631
Clifton 30251 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH

As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $0.88 price per square foot 422 Clark St Model at 422 Clark St, Unit 3 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 525 E 13th St Model at 525 E 13th St starting at $700 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cincinnati apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
422 Clark St, Unit 3422 Clark St3BR,2.5BA$0.88
525 E 13th St525 E 13th St1BR,1.5BA$0.35
1115 Dayton St2 bed, 1.5 bath- Newly Renovated2BR,1.5BA$0.91
2116 Ravine St, Unit 12116 Ravine St2BR,1BA$0.86
4172 Hamilton Ave, Unit 4172 Hamilton Floor 24172 Hamilton Ave3BR,1BA$0.93
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1107 Valencia StStudio ,1BA$0.77
413 Locust St, Unit apartment3413 Locust St1BR,1BA$0.70
LINDEN GARDEN APARTMENTS2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.84
3316 Cavanaugh Ave, Unit 23316 Cavanaugh Ave1BR,1BA$0.98

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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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Cincinnati, OH Area Reviews

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Joey • 1+ years in Cincinnati

February 25, 2025

Cincinnati is a large midwestern city with something to offer just about anyone. The city itself has 52 neighborhoods with unique character and charm, plus some beautiful late 19th century architecture that I've never seen anywhere else not on the East Coast. Dozens of townships and smaller cities surround the city proper, and each of these has its own vibe and character. We love living here!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cincinnati

What type of rentals are currently available in Cincinnati?

There are currently 5271 Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH with pricing that ranges from $250 to $31,059. There are also 619 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cincinnati ranging from $500 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cincinnati?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cincinnati ranges from $500 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,362.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cincinnati?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cincinnati range from $800 to $9,217, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.