Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $1,000 (10 Rentals)

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1607 Main St

CincinnatiOH45202

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Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mercer Commons Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$944
Fourth & PlumStudio B1BR,1BA$950
EdgarStudio BStudio,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, OH

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $0.88 price per square foot 422 Clark St Model at 422 Clark St, Unit 3 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the **NO VACANCY** Model at The Amos starting at $1,730 with a $1.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
422 Clark St, Unit 3422 Clark St3BR,2.5BA$0.88
The Amos**NO VACANCY**1BR,1BA$1.34
1206 Clay St, Unit 21206 Clay St2BR,2BA$1.56
421 Hopkins St, Unit 1421 Hopkins St1BR,1BA$1.45
Greenwich on The ParkTwo Bedroom Juliette2BR,2BA$1.53
1406 Sycamore Street, Unit 31406 Sycamore Street1BR,1BA$1.38
847 York St, Unit Apartment 2847 York St1BR,1BA$1.26
Lombardy Flats2 bedroom - S2BR,1BA$1.46
Sycamore PlaceLStudio ,1BA$1.63
The Biltmore1 bedroom - M1BR,1BA$1.70

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Cincinnati

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront?

There are currently 620 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, OH with pricing that ranges from $872 to $24,300. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront ranging from $1,000 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 $1,000 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,981.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Cincinnati, OH

Written by: Joey Hoelscher

Cincinnati is a unique Midwest city thanks to its riverfront downtown core, unique terrain, and a surprising amount of 1800s urban architecture not commonly seen west of the East Coast.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.