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Rental Market Trends in Cincinnati, OH

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Cincinnati, OH is $1,145/month.

Rent in Cincinnati is 31% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,145/month

Average Rent

669 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.4%

Change / Year

4,890

Available Apartments

Cincinnati rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cincinnati average $1,080 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cincinnati average $1,145 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cincinnati average $1,433 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cincinnati average $1,737 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,080/month
488 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,145/month
669 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,433/month
950 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,737/month
1,232 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$952/month
433 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,924/month
1,129 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,032/month
1,333 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,648/month
1,773 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,187/month
924 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,872/month
1,183 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,056/month
1,421 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,196/month
576 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,640/month
786 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,113/month
1,144 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cincinnati, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $16 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cincinnati, OH

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cincinnati, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
22% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
29% $1,001 - $1,500/month
10% $1,501 - $2,000/month
5% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cincinnati?

Based on current rent prices, West Price Hill, Westwood and Mount Airy are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cincinnati.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Price Hill
$788/month
608 Sq Ft
Westwood
$929/month
732 Sq Ft
Mount Airy
$935/month
655 Sq Ft
Camp Washington
$939/month
667 Sq Ft
Northside
$948/month
640 Sq Ft
Summerside
$971/month
610 Sq Ft
North Avondale
$987/month
814 Sq Ft
Hartwell
$1,037/month
883 Sq Ft
Delhi Hills
$1,054/month
650 Sq Ft
Amberley
$1,099/month
679 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cincinnati?

Based on current rent prices, Sherwood, Over-The Rhine and Mount Adams are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cincinnati.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sherwood
$1,903/month
960 Sq Ft
Over-The Rhine
$1,884/month
784 Sq Ft
Mount Adams
$1,829/month
800 Sq Ft
Montgomery
$1,811/month
764 Sq Ft
The Village of Indian Hill
$1,801/month
788 Sq Ft
City Center
$1,800/month
741 Sq Ft
Pendleton
$1,780/month
799 Sq Ft
Forestville
$1,744/month
903 Sq Ft
The Banks
$1,715/month
694 Sq Ft
Mount Auburn
$1,706/month
744 Sq Ft

Which Cincinnati neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Cincinnati with the most apartments available are Downtown Cincinnati, City Center and Clifton .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Cincinnati
$1,585/month
710 Sq Ft
City Center
$1,800/month
741 Sq Ft
Clifton
$1,192/month
656 Sq Ft
Over-The Rhine
$1,884/month
784 Sq Ft
Hyde Park
$1,577/month
727 Sq Ft
Mount Adams
$1,829/month
800 Sq Ft
Mount Auburn
$1,706/month
744 Sq Ft
The Banks
$1,715/month
694 Sq Ft
Highpoint
$1,664/month
776 Sq Ft
Pendleton
$1,780/month
799 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cincinnati, OH?

Because the average rent in Cincinnati is $1,145, you’ll want to make about $3,816 per month or $45,792 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Cincinnati, OH is 3.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Cincinnati is 11.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,080 - $1,737. You can expect to pay 1.6% more for groceries, 1.3% less for utilities, and 2.9% less for transportation.

City

Cincinnati, OH

4,890 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Cincinnati, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Cincinnati, OH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

West Price Hill

Cincinnati, OH

Sherwood

Cincinnati, OH

Studio
$695/month
-
One Bedroom
$721/month
-
Two Bedroom
$1,001/month
-
Three Bedroom
$1,591/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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200 W Galbraith Rd,
Cincinnati, OH 45215

Studio - 3 Beds | $756 - $3,071

Industry Cincinnati

Industry Cincinnati

1118 Sycamore St,
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,362 - $4,765

Yugo Cincinnati Deacon

Yugo Cincinnati Deacon

424 Straight St,
Cincinnati, OH 45219

3-4 Beds | $1,019 - $3,396

Textile Apartments

Textile Apartments

205 W 4th St,
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,200 - $2,192

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cincinnati?

The average rent in Cincinnati is $1,145 per month, which is 31.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Cincinnati?

The average rent for a house in Cincinnati, OH is $2,032 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Cincinnati?

The average rent for a townhome in Cincinnati, OH is $1,640 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Cincinnati?

The average rent for a condo in Cincinnati, OH is $1,187 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Cincinnati?

Rents in Cincinnati, OH are increasing, with prices up 1.4% year-over-year and $16 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, OH, 33% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Cincinnati Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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