Cincinnati/ Real Estate & Development
Published on December 20, 2019
Renting in Cincinnati: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 2425 Montana Ave. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Finding a bargain can be a challenge if you're apartment hunting on a budget. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Cincinnati look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

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 price-conscious 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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700 Riddle Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $525/month, this 445-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 700 Riddle Road in CUF, is 30.1 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Cincinnati, which is currently estimated at around $751/month.

The building offers a swimming pool and on-site laundry. In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring. Both cats and dogs are permitted.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1087 Grand Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 1087 Grand Ave. in East Price Hill, which, at 400 square feet, is also going for $525/month.

The unit comes with central heating. Animals are not welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

2230 Westwood Northern Blvd.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 625-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 2230 Westwood Northern Blvd. in East Westwood, listed at $595/month.

You'll find a balcony in the unit. The building features on-site laundry and a swimming pool. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are permitted on this property.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

2425 Montana Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide

Next up is this 725-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 2425 Montana Ave. in Westwood and allisted for $595/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and wheelchair accessibility. The unit also includes a balcony. Attention, dog owners: Rover is welcome here.

Walk Score indicates that this location requires a car for most errands, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)

2703 Erlene Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Over at 2703 Erlene Drive in Westwood, there's this 560-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, going for $605/month.

The unit has a fireplace, hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here. The listing specifies a $100 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location isn't very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(View the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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