Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Fairmount Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Elbron Host LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elbron Host LLC

559 Elberon AveCincinnati, OH 45205
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Lehman Woods
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lehman Woods

3405 Lehman RdCincinnati, OH 45205
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947 Grand Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

947 Grand Ave

947 Grand AveCincinnati, OH 45205
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2109 Harrison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2109 Harrison Ave

2109 Harrison AveCincinnati, OH 45211
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Antioch Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Antioch Manor

3710 Westmont DrCincinnati, OH 45205
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Eagle Watch
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Watch

1868-1878 Sunset AveCincinnati, OH 45238
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Emerald View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald View

2650 Lehman RdCincinnati, OH 45204
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Wyoming 36
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wyoming 36

2291 Wyoming AveCincinnati, OH 45214
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South Fairmount, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Fairmount Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Fairmount area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 2530 Hansford Pl priced from $600. 2102 Queen City Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable South Fairmount apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2530 Hansford PlOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$600
2102 Queen City AvenueStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
Dover Heights"The Five" Premium Renovated One Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
2332 Harrison Avenue1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Westwood ApartmentsWestwood one Bedroom1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Fairmount, OH

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Fairmount area is the $1.28 price per square foot Stunning Model at 537 Elberon Ave in the in the East Price Hill neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value South Fairmount apartment is the TWO BEDROOM Model at Villa Hills starting at $975 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the West Price Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
537 Elberon AveStunning2BR,1BA$1.28
Villa HillsTWO BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.20
2131 Staebler St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.33
2530 Hansford PlOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.86
Westwood ApartmentsWestwood one Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
2332 Harrison Avenue1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
2102 Queen City AvenueStudio, 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.50
Dover Heights"The Five" Premium Renovated One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Fairmount, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #62

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Fairmount Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Fairmount Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Fairmount?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Fairmount is at 2102 Queen City Avenue listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fairmount Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fairmount Apartment is $600 at 2530 Hansford Pl.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Fairmount is starting from $900 at Dover Heights.

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