
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Auburn Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $300 (38 Rentals)
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2301 Auburn Avenue

Bellevue House Apartments

418 Dorchester Ave, Unit 418 Dorchester #3

2431 Ohio Ave

28 E Hollister St

The Majestic

242 Mccormick Pl
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2410 Ohio Avenue

2310-2310 Highland Ave

Union on Taft

1705 Sycamore St
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Mount Auburn, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Auburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,116 | $795 | $1,535 |
| Mount Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $850 | $3,044 |
| Mount Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $1,200 | $4,157 |
| Mount Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Mount Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,182 | $899 | $7,103 |
| Mount Auburn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $849 | $9,911 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Auburn area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Ohio 2215-2217-2219 priced from $795. 2215 Ohio Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Mount Auburn apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio 2215-2217-2219 | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Room 1 Bath Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Bellevue House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Alvin Street Apartments | 1 BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Mercer Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| 139 E Clifton Ave | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Alumni Lofts | E.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
| 2410 Ohio Avenue | 2 Bedroom Model A | Available Now | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Auburn, OH
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Auburn area is the $1.14 price per square foot 129 Gage St Model at 129 Gage St, Unit 1 in the in the Mount Auburn neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Mount Auburn apartment is the 1922 Bigelow St Model at 1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Mount Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 Gage St, Unit 1 | 129 Gage St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 2 | 1922 Bigelow St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1851 Walker St, Unit 1 | 1851 Walker St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 287 McCormick Plz, Unit 2 | 287 McCormick Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2325 Reading Rd, Unit Apartment 1 | 2325 Reading Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Ohio 2215-2217-2219 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1406 Sycamore Street, Unit 3 | 1406 Sycamore Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 139 E Clifton Ave | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 418 Dorchester Ave, Unit 418 Dorchester #3 | 418 Dorchester Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Getting Around the Mount Auburn Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
58 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Auburn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mount Auburn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mount Auburn is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Mount Auburn is Alvin Street Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Mount Auburn costs $4,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Auburn?
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 7 regular apartments in Mount Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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