Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH from $500 (13 Rentals)
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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 |
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West End Studio Apartments | $1,653 | $1,638 | $1,657 |
West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $950 | $2,597 |
West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $1,375 | $4,210 |
West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,061 | $1,650 | $6,220 |
West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,242 | $1,980 | $6,760 |
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There are currently 13 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 Studio unit found at Sands Senior Apartments priced from $501. Clifton View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sands Senior Apartments | 0D 30% | Studio,1BA | $501 |
Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
1531 Elm St | 4F | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Contrast OTR | Echo | Studio,1BA | $1,626 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, OH
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.61 price per square foot 1400 Elm St Model at 1400 Elm St, Unit C in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 314 W McMicken Ave Model at 314 W McMicken Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $1.82 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. |
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1400 Elm St, Unit C | 1400 Elm St | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
314 W McMicken Ave, Unit 2 | 314 W McMicken Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
1928 Colerain Ave, Unit 5 | 1928 Colerain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
2232 Ravine St, Unit 1 | 2232 Ravine St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Contrast OTR | Echo | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
1531 Elm St | 2F | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Sands Senior Apartments | 0D 60% | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $745 at Clifton View.
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 $1,126 at Sands Senior Apartments.
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