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Cincinnati's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cincinnati, OH

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cincinnati, OH area range in price from $250 to $25,050 with an overall median price of $3,793. The three Cincinnati neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mack South at $975, Reading at $890, and Cheviot at $780. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cincinnati Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mack South$997$9753
Reading$1,017$8907
Cheviot$1,240$7807
Mack North$1,250$90012
East Westwood$1,267$600111
Bond Hill$1,287$69581
College Hill$1,300$25029
Kennedy Heights$1,300$6457
Monfort Heights East$1,300$25040
Mount Airy$1,300$25034

Cheapest Available Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Sands Senior Apartments in the Queensgate neighborhood priced from $501. The Jonathan in the Clifton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cincinnati apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sands Senior Apartments0D 30%Studio,1BA$501
The Jonathan1 Room 1 Bath Studio1BR,1BA$595
2530 Hansford PlOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$600
The Bridges at BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$650
Ludlow 9601 Room 1 Bath Studio1BR,1BA$655
Tower Valley Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
2102 Queen City AvenueStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
Straight Street ApartmentsStudio 1 bathStudio,1BA$695
Carlton Place Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Clifwood1 Room 1 Bath Studio1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cincinnati area is the $0.68 price per square foot 2303 Kenton St Model at 2303 Kenton St, Unit #2 in the in the Mount Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Cincinnati apartment is the 3/1.5 Model at Pleasant Run Apartments starting at $1,573 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Brookway Farms 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.
2303 Kenton St, Unit #22303 Kenton St3BR,1BA$0.68
Pleasant Run Apartments3/1.53BR,1.5BA$0.93
4430 Ridgeview Ave, Unit 34430 Ridgeview Ave2BR,1BA$0.86
1280 Section Rd, Unit #11280 Section Rd1BR,1BA$0.65
Yugo Cincinnati Deacon4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic B4BR,4BA$0.64
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
6226 Kennedy Ave, Unit 36226 Kennedy Ave1BR,1BA$0.79
619 Western Ave, Unit 2619 Western Ave1BR,1BA$0.83
Hub Cincinnati2x2 K (4x2 Lite)4BR,2BA$0.94
2530 Hansford PlOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.86

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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 5055 Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH with pricing that ranges from $250 to $25,050. There are also 562 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cincinnati ranging from $575 to $10,000.

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 $575 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,242.

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 $899 to $9,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.