Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Over-the-rhine Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $300 (43 Rentals)

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property at 107 W Elder St

$995 - $1,195

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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107 W Elder St

CincinnatiOH45202

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property at 2308 W Clifton Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 7

2308 W Clifton Ave

CincinnatiOH45219

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Malvern Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Malvern Apartments

2026 Eleanor PlCincinnati, OH 45219
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201 Emming St
Studio Apartments

201 Emming St

201 Emming StCincinnati, OH 45219
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1919 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 Elm St

1919 Elm StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Clifton View
1 Bedroom Apartments

Clifton View

2065 W Clifton AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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201 Klotter Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 Klotter Ave

201 Klotter AveCincinnati, OH 45219
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Columbia Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Flats

1301 Walnut StCincinnati, OH 45202
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2216-2218 Ohio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2216-2218 Ohio Ave

2216-2218 Ohio AveCincinnati, OH 45219
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2215 Ohio Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2215 Ohio Ave

2215 Ohio AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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property at 1607 Main St

$1,100 - $1,400

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1607 Main St

CincinnatiOH45202
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1641 Sycamore
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1641 Sycamore

1641 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Cincinnati Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cincinnati Lofts

24 E 14th StCincinnati, OH 45202
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1725 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1725 Elm St

1725 Elm StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Alumni Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alumni Lofts

1310 Sycamore StCincinnati, OH 45202
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Contrast OTR
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Contrast OTR

1617 Elm StCincinnati, OH 45202
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161 E McMicken Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

161 E McMicken Ave

161 E McMicken AveCincinnati, OH 45202
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1533 Elm St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1533 Elm St

1533 Elm StCincinnati, OH 45202
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409 Findlay Street
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

409 Findlay Street

1677 Central AveCincinnati, OH 45214

Over-the-rhine, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Over-the-rhine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Over-the-rhine area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall priced from $630. 2162 Stratford Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Over-the-rhine apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arts Apartments at Music Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$630
2162 Stratford AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Clifton View1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Bellevue House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
1533 Pleasant St15311BR,1BA$899
1531 Elm StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$899
2215 Ohio Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,095
2216-2218 Ohio Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,095
The Vibe ApartmentsMoxieStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Over-the-rhine, OH

As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Over-the-rhine area is the $0.94 price per square foot 474 Dayton St Model at 474 Dayton St, Unit Apt #2 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,065. The second greatest value Over-the-rhine apartment is the Unavailable Model at 50 E McMicken Ave starting at $2,545 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Mount Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Over-the-rhine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
474 Dayton St, Unit Apt #2474 Dayton St2BR,2BA$0.94
50 E McMicken AveUnavailable2BR,2BA$1.34
107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1107 Valencia StStudio ,1BA$0.68
2215 Ohio Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.08
2216-2218 Ohio Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.08
2324 W Clifton Ave, Unit 12324 W Clifton Ave2BR,1BA$1.78
Clifton View1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.23
The Arts Apartments at Music Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
2162 Stratford AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75
Bellevue House ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.20

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Over-The-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #16

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Over-the-rhine Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Over-the-rhine?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Over-the-rhine is at Bellevue House Apartments listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Over-the-rhine Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Over-the-rhine Apartment is $630 at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Over-the-rhine Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Over-the-rhine is starting from $730 at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall.

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