Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Reading Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $800 (25 Rentals)

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Aljoy Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aljoy Court

85 Aljoy CtCincinnati, OH 45215
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9495 Reading Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

9495 Reading Rd

9495 Reading RdCincinnati, OH 45215
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1720 Hunt Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1720 Hunt Rd

1720 Hunt RdCincinnati, OH 45215
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10 Koehler Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10 Koehler Ave

10 Koehler AveCincinnati, OH 45215
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301 W Columbia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

301 W Columbia Ave

301 W Columbia AveCincinnati, OH 45215
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2621-2629 Hunt Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2621-2629 Hunt Rd

2621-2629 Hunt RdCincinnati, OH 45236
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Wm manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wm manor

9334-9342 Reading RdCincinnati, OH 45215
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Koehler Ave Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koehler Ave Apartments

106-110 Koehler AveCincinnati, OH 45215
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17 E North St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17 E North St

17 E North StCincinnati, OH 45215
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111 Koehler Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Koehler Ave

111 Koehler AveReading, OH 45215

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35-37 Gahl Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

35-37 Gahl Ter

35-37 Gahl TerReading, OH 45215
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50 Gahl Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

50 Gahl Ter

50 Gahl TerReading, OH 45215
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58 Gorman Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

58 Gorman Ln

58 Gorman LnReading, OH 45215
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413 Shepherd Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

413 Shepherd Ave

413 Shepherd AveLockland, OH 45215
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325 Pike
2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Pike

325 PikeReading, OH 45215

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31 Gahl Ter
1 Bedroom Apartments

31 Gahl Ter

31 Gahl TerReading, OH 45215

Reading, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Meadows of Gahl Terrace ApartmentsForester1BR,1BA$890
South Terrace ApartmentsFully Updated Spacious 1 Bedroom!1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $1.19 price per square foot Forester Model at The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments in the in the Reading neighborhood starting from $890. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the Fully Updated Spacious 1 Bedroom! Model at South Terrace Apartments starting at $975 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Reading neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows of Gahl Terrace ApartmentsForester1BR,1BA$1.19
South Terrace ApartmentsFully Updated Spacious 1 Bedroom!1BR,1BA$1.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Reading, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #55

Among neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Reading Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Reading Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $890 at The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Reading Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Reading is starting from $925 at Anna Marie Apartments, LLC.

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