
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Over-the-rhine Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $300 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Over-the-rhine area of Cincinnati.


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107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1

Bellevue House Apartments

2216 Ohio Ave

1531 Elm St

1533 Pleasant St

107 W Elder St

139 East Clifton Ave
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2215 Ohio Ave

111 Gage St

The Vibe Apartments

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1619 Mansfield St, Unit #2

2308 W Clifton Ave

2151 Colerain Ave

26 E McMicken Ave, Unit 1

212 Peete St
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2217 Wheeler St

2215 Wheeler St, Unit 2

Malvern Apartments

Sands Senior Apartments

201 Emming St

The Arts Apartments at Music Hall

1919 Elm St

Clifton View
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201 Klotter Ave

1701 Sycamore Street

Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC

211-217 W McMicken Ave

Columbia Flats

2216-2218 Ohio Ave

2215 Ohio Ave

1513-1515 Republic St
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1607 Main St

1641 Sycamore

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1725 Elm St

Alumni Lofts

1705 Sycamore Street

207 W McMicken Ave

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161 E McMicken Ave

1533 Elm St

409 Findlay Street
Over-the-rhine, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Over-the-rhine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over-the-rhine Studio Apartments | $1,423 | $750 | $2,036 |
| Over-the-rhine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $700 | $5,279 |
| Over-the-rhine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,934 | $1,195 | $5,037 |
| Over-the-rhine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,073 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| Over-the-rhine 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,284 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Over-the-rhine 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,632 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Over-the-rhine Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bellevue House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 1533 Pleasant St | 1531 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1531 Elm St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 2216-2218 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Vibe Apartments | Moxie | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 474 Dayton St, Unit Apt #2 | 474 Dayton St | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 50 E McMicken Ave | Unavailable | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1 | 107 Valencia St | Studio ,1BA | $0.68 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2216-2218 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2324 W Clifton Ave, Unit 1 | 2324 W Clifton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Bellevue House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOver-The-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Best Local Schools in Over-The-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH
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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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