Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $500 (19 Rentals)

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Coach Arms Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Coach Arms Apartments

4441 W 8th StCincinnati, OH 45238
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Eatondale North
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eatondale North

925-927 Delhi PikeCincinnati, OH 45204
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Elbron Host LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elbron Host LLC

559 Elberon AveCincinnati, OH 45205
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463 Pedretti Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

463 Pedretti Ave

463 Pedretti AveCincinnati, OH 45238

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947 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

947 Grand Ave

947 Grand AveCincinnati, OH 45205
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Riverside, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at W. 8th St priced from $750. Villa Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
W. 8th St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Villa HillsONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$800
830 Nebraska Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$950
River Bend Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,085
Crescent Ridge ApartmentsForsythia2BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, OH

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.25 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Crescent Ridge Apartments in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2x1 Model at The Reserves at Meadow Wood starting at $1,325 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crescent Ridge ApartmentsMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.25
The Reserves at Meadow Wood2x12BR,1BA$1.33
944 Elberon Ave, Unit 1944 Elberon Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
537 Elberon AveStunning2BR,1BA$1.28
Seasons on ChelseaSYCAMORE2BR,1BA$1.37
Villa HillsTWO BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.20
5361 Plumridge Dr, Unit 45361 Plumridge Dr1BR,1BA$1.22
W. 8th St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.25
River Bend Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverside, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #98

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Riverside Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

9 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

15 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $750 at W. 8th St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside is starting from $940 at Crescent Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crescent Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,600.

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