Cincinnati/ Real Estate & Development
Published on September 13, 2019
Renting in Cincinnati: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?2703 Erlene Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Cincinnati look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Cincinnati via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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825 William Howard Taft Road

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $425/month, this studioapartment, located at 825 William Howard Taft Road in Walnut Hills, is 26.1 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Cincinnati, which is currently estimated at around $575/month.

The building offers on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

700 Riddle Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 700 Riddle Road in CUF, is listed for $525/month for its 445 square feet.

The apartment has hardwood flooring; on-site laundry and assigned parking is offered as a building amenity. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are permitted.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is car-dependent, is relatively bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2703 Erlene Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 565-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 2703 Erlene Drive in Westwood, listed at $580/month.

In the unit, you're promised a fireplace, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are permitted. The building offers on-site laundry. Look out for a $100 dog fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location requires a car for most errands, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)

2156-2175 Karla Drive

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next up is this 490-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space, located at 2156-2175 Karla Drive in South Fairmount and listed for $585/month.

The building includes assigned parking. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Be prepared for a $99 deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)

2425 Montana Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 2425 Montana Ave. in Westwood, is listed for $595/month for its 725 square feet.

In the unit, expect a fireplace. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are permitted. The building offers on-site laundry and assigned parking.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)


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