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2004 Sherman Ave

MiddletownOH45044

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Greenbrier Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbrier Apartments

1510 Bonita DrMiddletown, OH 45044
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116 Grimes St
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Grimes St

116 Grimes StMiddletown, OH 45042
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LA Main Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

LA Main Apartments

599 Ethel CtMiddletown, OH 45044
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Catalina
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina

6501 Germantown RdMiddletown, OH 45042
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Shady Creek Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shady Creek Apartments

3910 Roosevelt BlvdMiddletown, OH 45044
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1505 Manchester Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1505 Manchester Ave

1505 Manchester AveMiddletown, OH 45042

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Vienna Forest Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vienna Forest Villas

330-496 Bavarian StMiddletown, OH 45044
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702 Baltimore St
2 Bedroom Apartments

702 Baltimore St

702 Baltimore StMiddletown, OH 45044

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414 Mars Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

414 Mars Dr

414 Mars DrTrenton, OH 45067
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409 Mars Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

409 Mars Dr

409 Mars DrTrenton, OH 45067

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Village East
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village East

3530 Village DrFranklin, OH 45005
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802 S Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

802 S Main St

802 S Main StFranklin, OH 45005

Middletown, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Middletown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Middletown, OH is a Studio unit found at Olde Towne Apartments in the Butler County neighborhood priced from $825. Liberty Station in the North Cincinnati neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middletown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olde Towne ApartmentsStudio - SStudio,1BA$825
Liberty Station1bdrm/1bath/garden1BR,1BA$850
Bavarian Woods ApartmentsThe Spruce1BR,1BA$924
Pine Ridge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Chimney Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Butler TownhomesButler Townhomes: 2 BD / 1 BA (Gold)2BR,1BA$1,149
Robin Springs ApartmentsThe Mallard2BR,1BA$1,150
Village East1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Balcony)1BR,1BA$1,155
Maple OaksTwo Bed 1.5 Bath 930 Sqft2BR,1BA$1,155

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middletown, OH

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Middletown area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Nicholas Place Apartments in the in the Trails of Four Bridges neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Middletown apartment is the Three Bed 1.5 Bath 1022 Sqft Model at Maple Oaks starting at $1,465 with a $1.43 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nicholas Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.22
Maple OaksThree Bed 1.5 Bath 1022 Sqft3BR,1.5BA$1.43
Butler TownhomesButler Townhomes: 2 BD / 1 BA (Gold)2BR,1BA$1.27
Robin Springs ApartmentsThe Mallard2BR,1BA$1.31
Monroe Terrace ApartmentsMT 2/1 B2BR,1BA$1.62
487 S Main St, Unit C487 S Main St2BR,1BA$1.29
Chimney Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Bavarian Woods ApartmentsThe Spruce1BR,1BA$1.32
Liberty Station1bdrm/1bath/balcony/3rd fl1BR,1BA$1.64
Olde Towne ApartmentsOne Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$1.59

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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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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 $850 at Liberty Station.

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 $940 at Olde Towne Apartments.

What is the most affordable Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Olde Towne Apartments and starts from $1,219.

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