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property at 2231 Victor St

2231 Victor St

CincinnatiOH45219

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 5423 Rolston Ave

5423 Rolston Ave

CincinnatiOH45212

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property at 8400 Gwilada Dr

8400 Gwilada Dr

CincinnatiOH45236
property at 3643 W 8th St

3643 W 8th St

CincinnatiOH45205

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property at 3715 Dina Ave

3715 Dina Ave

CincinnatiOH45211

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Cheapest Available Hamilton County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton County, OH is a Studio unit found at Carlton Place Apartments in the Paddock Hills neighborhood priced from $550. The Roseanne in the Clifton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carlton Place ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$550
The Roseanne1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
The Jonathan1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
Beecher Flats1 Room 1 Bath StudioStudio,1BA$625
Clifwood0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$645
The Bridges at BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Arts Apartments at Music Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$667
Tower Valley Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
513-519 Hale AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$680
2102 Queen City AvenueStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton County, OH

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton County area is the $0.83 price per square foot 933 Marion Ave Model at 933 Marion Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hamilton County apartment is the 422 Clark St Model at 422 Clark St, Unit 3 starting at $2,295 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Queensgate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
933 Marion Ave, Unit 2933 Marion Ave5BR,2BA$0.83
422 Clark St, Unit 3422 Clark St3BR,2.5BA$0.88
1634 Elkton Pl, Unit 21634 Elkton Pl4BR,2BA$0.84
2621 Ida Ave, Unit 22621 Ida Ave3BR,1BA$0.68
2018 Burnet Ave, Unit 22018 Burnet Ave4BR,1BA$0.89
2611 Short Vine St2 Bed2BR,2BA$0.88
VanguardD24BR,4BA$0.61
709 S Fred Shuttlesworth Cir1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.56
University Edge - Cincinnati Student Living3B 3B3BR,3BA$0.86
403 Probasco StTwo Bedroom One and half Bathroom1BR,1.5BA$0.80

Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton County

What type of rentals are currently available in Hamilton County?

There are currently 4532 Apartments for Rent in Hamilton County, OH with pricing that ranges from $250 to $23,811. There are also 550 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hamilton County ranging from $550 to $7,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hamilton County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hamilton County ranges from $550 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,265.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hamilton County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hamilton County range from $750 to $10,173, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.