Cheap Apartments for Rent in Middletown, OH from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Middletown, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Middletown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Middletown Studio Apartments | $786 | $635 | $1,005 |
Cheap Middletown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $650 | $2,025 |
Cheap Middletown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $800 | $2,725 |
Cheap Middletown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,265 | $3,125 |
Cheap Middletown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Middletown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Middletown, OH is a Studio unit found at Elmgrove in the Elk Creek Estates neighborhood priced from $635. Pine Ridge Apartments in the North Cincinnati neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middletown apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elmgrove | S1 | Studio,1BA | $635 |
Pine Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Forest Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Liberty Station | 2bdrm/1bath/balcony/3rd fl | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Bavarian Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
Village East | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Balcony) | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Maple Oaks Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,107 |
Echo Ridge Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Monroe Terrace Apartments | MT 2/1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Lakota Pointe Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,382 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middletown, OH
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Middletown area is the $1.27 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Lakota Pointe Townhomes in the in the Grace Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,382. The second greatest value Middletown apartment is the C1 Model at Maple Oaks Apartments starting at $1,512 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Trails of Four Bridges neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middletown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakota Pointe Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Maple Oaks Apartments | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
Monroe Terrace Apartments | MT 2/1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Liberty Station | 2bdrm/1bath/balcony/3rd fl | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Bavarian Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Village East | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Balcony) | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Echo Ridge Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Forest Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Pine Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Elmgrove | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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Middletown Overview
If your American dream is a close community lifestyle in the Midwest, see Middletown, Ohio. Middletown is a city of 50,114 residents in Butler County, Ohio, on the northern outer ring of Cincinnati metro, approximately 42 minutes from downtown. The city is also within the Dayton metro radius, making Middletown the heart of a veritable budding megalopolis. The city hosts a number of exciting festivals and regional events each year. Situated along the Great Miami River that meets the Ohio River, which runs along the south side of Cincinnati. Middletown’s claim to fame is its aggressive economy, historical pedigree, a highly civically engaged community, and amazing surrounding parklands and public forest lands. The average income for Middletown residents is significantly below the national average, but so is the cost of living.
Why live in Middletown, OH?
Want a gentler pace and better balance in an active business and personal life, it’s all here! What makes Middletown special is the ideal balance it offers between the convenience of a metropolitan location and the cozy feeling of a small community. Middletown is regionally famous for its rich history and fascinating museums. Downtown Middletown is loaded with old midwestern charm. The pristine little main street is lined with immaculately preserved historical buildings. The area offers new residents in Middletown apartments the classic shift to a simpler life away from the hectic buzz of major population centers but with the abundant entertainment and robust career options of a bustling mid-sized market. The school system is one of the best things about Middletown. This little city offers an idyllic Midwest life with the dialed-back pace many long-time urban dwellers crave. If you want that, but also prefer to stay in proximity to a lively, thriving professional city like Cincinnati, then Middletown offers a beautiful combination for the blended lifestyle you’re looking for. The quaint downtown buildings of the main street are quintessential all-American small-town charmers, and the pretty Cincinnati cityscape with all its urbane provisions below is just a short hop away.
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Getting Around Middletown, OH
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Middletown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Middletown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Middletown Apartment is $745 at Pine Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Middletown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Middletown is starting from $800 at Pine Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,512.
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