
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $500 (18 Rentals)
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The Arts Apartments at Music Hall
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West End, Cincinnati, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,390 | $1,390 | $1,390 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $700 | $2,327 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,295 | $3,512 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $2,042 | $4,977 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,410 | $2,495 | $7,103 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Cincinnati, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall priced from $667. 2162 Stratford Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 1533 Elm St | 1531 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 1725 Elm St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, OH
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End 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 West End apartment is the 635 Kress Aly Model at 635 Kress Aly, Unit 4 starting at $1,495 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Queensgate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 422 Clark St, Unit 3 | 422 Clark St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| 635 Kress Aly, Unit 4 | 635 Kress Aly | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 421 Hopkins St, Unit 1 | 421 Hopkins St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 1607 Race St, Unit 3 | 1607 Race St | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Gateway Plaza | 1AC | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 1725 Elm St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1533 Elm St | 1533 Pleasant | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Getting Around the West End Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Contrast OTR listed at $1,359.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $667 at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $1,300 at 1725 Elm St.
What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Contrast OTR and starts from $4,278.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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