Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
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1607 Main St
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Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $1,600 | $5,750 |
Riverfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Mercer Commons Apartments priced from $944. Fourth & Plum has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mercer Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
Fourth & Plum | Studio B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Lombardy Flats | 1 bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Edgar | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $985 |
Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC | STU | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Greenwich on The Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
1513-1515 Republic St | Medium 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Artistry Cincy | Mod | Studio,1BA | $1,131 |
Flats on the Row | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Sixth Street Exchange | The Trolley | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, OH
As of August 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $0.96 price per square foot 422 Clark St Model at 422 Clark St, Unit 3 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Mercer Commons Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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422 Clark St, Unit 3 | 422 Clark St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
Mercer Commons Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
The Amos | **NO VACANCY** | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Vue 180 | Scene II | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
621 Monmouth St, Unit 2 | 621 Monmouth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Newberry Lofts on 6th | One Bedroom Plus Bonus Area | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Groton Lofts | One Bedroom Corner Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Sycamore Place | K | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
30 West Court Street, Unit 204 | 30 West Court Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Flats on the Row | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront, Cincinnati, OH
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH
George Hays-Jennie Porter Elementary
School For Creat & Perf Arts High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront?
There are currently 594 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, OH with pricing that ranges from $948 to $18,000. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront ranging from $1,600 to $7,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverfront ranges from $1,600 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,283.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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