What is the average apartment size in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH?

The average size for a Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH apartment is 893 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Cincinnati?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Cincinnati is $1,947 per month, a 4.68% increase from last year’s average of $1,860.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Cincinnati?

In Downtown Cincinnati, studios rent for $1,225 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,693 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,501 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,437 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Cincinnati?

The typical apartment in Downtown Cincinnati offers about 893 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Cincinnati?

Studio apartments in Downtown Cincinnati average 502 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 750 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,209 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,686 sq. ft.

Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Cincinnati?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Cincinnati ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 41% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Cincinnati?

In Downtown Cincinnati, 76% of households rent while 24% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Cincinnati is $1,947, a 4.68% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,860.

Studio Apartments at $1,225 offer the most budget-friendly option with 502 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 750 square feet for $1,693, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,501 offer 1,209 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,686 sq ft) for $3,437, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,947	893 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,225	502 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,693	750 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,501	1,209 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,437	1,686 sq. ft.

Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH have increased by 4.68% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,860 to $1,947.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH (41%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH?

7,385 or 76% of the households in Downtown Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH are renter-occupied while 2,269 or 24% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Cincinnati?

East Westwood $775/month

Spring Grove Village $803/month

West Price Hill $995/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,451/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Cincinnati?

Montgomery $1,910/month

Downtown Cincinnati $1,947/month

Mount Adams $2,220/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Cincinnati, OH By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Mount Adams	$2,220
Downtown Cincinnati	$1,947
Montgomery	$1,910
Norwood	$1,910
Pendleton	$1,827
Blue Ash	$1,757
Springdale	$1,696
CUF	$1,670
Oakley	$1,643
Walnut Hills	$1,612
Madisonville	$1,597
Over - The Rhine	$1,588
Hyde Park	$1,580
Mount Auburn	$1,483
Columbia Tusculum	$1,427
Pleasant Ridge	$1,390
Sharonville	$1,296
Forest Park	$1,279
West End Cincinnati	$1,251
Northside Cincinnati	$1,245
Hartwell	$1,226
North College Hill	$1,191
Mount Washington	$1,157
Reading	$1,149
Mount Airy	$1,112
Clifton	$1,082
Westwood	$1,025
College Hill	$1,024
East Price Hill	$999
Roselawn	$996
West Price Hill	$995
Spring Grove Village	$803
East Westwood	$775

Cincinnati | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Cincinnati is 11% higher than in Blue Ash

$1,947

Downtown Cincinnati rent is the same as Cincinnati average

Average Rent $1,947

$1,757

Blue Ash rent is 10% lower than Cincinnati average

Average Rent $1,757

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Cincinnati apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.