Apartments for rent in Cincinnati, OH

Getting to Know Cincinnati, OH

Both a charming Southern town and a bustling Midwestern metropolis, Cincinnati is a city of rolling hills, beautiful Ohio River views and a fast-growing economy. Whether you're renting an apartment for your family, attending the University of Cincinnati or working at a Fortune 500 company like Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati makes a great place to call home.

Cincinnati Apartments and Neighborhoods

Housing options in Cincinnati range from high-rise communities in downtown to rental homes in the beautiful countryside. Stay near downtown's Fountain Square to experience the vibrant urban life of a walkable city, or rent an apartment overlooking the river in neighboring Covington, Kentucky. Students love University of Cincinnati neighborhoods like Corryville and University Heights, while families often prefer quieter suburbs like Deer Park and Blue Ash to the north and Delhi Township to the west. Want the best of both worlds? Look for apartments near the Hyde Park neighborhood to enjoy easy access to downtown and green spaces like the Krohn Conservatory.  

Cincinnati Transportation

Interwoven with I-71, I-74 and I-75, Cincinnati is a city of drivers. Commutes are shorter than the national average, though, and Cincinnati encourages bike use with projects like the Central Parkway Bikeway. Two bus systems help traffic by carrying about 20 percent of the city's daily commuters.

Free Things to Do in Cincinnati

You don't have to be royalty to afford a fun outing in the "The Queen City," which boasts a huge variety of public parks, art museums with free days and plenty of free festivals all year long. Here are our top five suggestions for free things to do in Cincinnati:

• Cincinnati Art Museum: One of America's oldest museums, the Cincinnati Art Museum grants free admission to its permanent collection of more than 67,000 works that span 6,000 years of human history.
• Summer Movies in the Park: Bring your own popcorn and a blanket for al fresco movies at Washington Park on Wednesday nights every summer.
• Loveland Bike Trail: Just one section of the 70-mile-long Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail, this paved path was once part of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Pedal your way to excellent leaf-peeping with a visit every fall.
• Purple People Bridge: Nicknamed for its bright violet hue, this pedestrian bridge is more formally known as the Newport Southbank Bridge and has been around since 1872. Plan a leisurely stroll for phenomenal views over the Ohio River.
• Contemporary Arts Center: Focused on "the art of the last five minutes," this museum keeps locals coming back for exciting art across a huge variety of media. The CAC was one of the first museums to display works by Andy Warhol!

Spectator Sports in Cincinnati

If you're a sports fanatic, Cincinnati keeps the energy high with NFL football by the Bengals and major league baseball by the Reds. Prefer college ball? See the Bearcats play Division I football for the University of Cincinnati, or head to a Xavier University Musketeers basketball game.

Cincinnati for Families with Kids

It's easy to find fun things for families to do in the Cincinnati area, home to the incredible Reptile House at the Cincinnati Zoo and the world's largest indoor model railroad at EnterTRAINment Junction. In the summer, let kids cool off at Ohio's Coney Island waterpark.

If you want to put your kids in some of the country's best schools, rent an apartment in Cincinnati's Walnut Hills neighborhood. Just east of downtown, Mount Washington is also known for the high quality of its educational institutions.

Getaways from Cincinnati, OH

From your apartment in Cincinnati, make the 3.5-hour drive northeast to ride the scenic railroad in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, one of Ohio's most picturesque spots. About 200 miles north, Maumee Bay State Park delivers the best beaches on Lake Erie and is just an hour to death-defying roller coasters at Cedar Point. If you're feeling lucky, head about 90 minutes south to watch Thoroughbred horses race in Lexington, KY.