Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Cincinnati Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $600 (12 Rentals)

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2714 May St

CincinnatiOH45206

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Beecher Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beecher Flats

860-868 Beecher StCincinnati, OH 45206
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Beecher Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beecher Street

830-846 Beecher StCincinnati, OH 45206
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2640 Stanton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2640 Stanton Ave

2640 Stanton AveCincinnati, OH 45206

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Uptown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Cincinnati Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Cincinnati area of Cincinnati, OH is a Studio unit found at Beecher Flats priced from $625. 513-519 Hale Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here are the most affordable Uptown Cincinnati apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beecher Flats1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
513-519 Hale AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$680
Beecher Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$755
Thatcher Flats1 BR1BR,1BA$948
2702 May St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Cincinnati, OH

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Cincinnati area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3042 Gilbert Ave Model at 3042 Gilbert Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Uptown Cincinnati apartment is the 3010 Melrose Ave Model at 3010 Melrose Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,850 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Cincinnati apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3042 Gilbert Ave, Unit 23042 Gilbert Ave5BR,1.5BA$1.41
3010 Melrose Ave, Unit #23010 Melrose Ave2BR,1BA$1.23
728 E McMillan St, Unit 8728 E McMillan St2BR,2BA$1.71
2848 Melrose Ave, Unit 1 South2848 Melrose Ave1BR,1BA$1.56
2702 May St2 bed 1 bath FURNISHED2BR,1BA$2.00
Thatcher Flats1 BR1BR,1BA$1.54
513-519 Hale AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.13
Beecher Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Beecher Flats2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH

Ranked #97

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Uptown Cincinnati Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Cincinnati Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Cincinnati?

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Cincinnati is 513-519 Hale Ave which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in Uptown Cincinnati costs $2,395.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Cincinnati?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Uptown Cincinnati that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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