
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Covington, KY from $300 (122 Rentals)
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431 Greenup St

3424 Decoursey Ave

342 E 13th St

809 Madison Ave

813 Madison Ave

4112 Decoursey Ave

3803 Park Ave

17 E 31st St

801 Willard St

622 Main St
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501 Johnson St, Unit 2

2041 Greenup St

1617 Highland Ave, Unit 1617 Highland Ave

2242 Flora St

2250 Flora St

2810 Maryland Ave

808 Elberon Ave

Barkley Ridge Apartments

Indian River Apartments

Devou Village

805 Oak St

2006 Alvin St

325 Pike St

23 Ash St

1622 Pleasant St

Bellevue House Apartments

Cedar Ridge

4600 Winston Ave

642 W McMicken Ave

516 Milton St

2156 W Clifton Ave

1603 Broadway

International Village

Flats on the Row

1646 Vine St

Garfield Tower Apartments
Covington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Covington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Covington Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $700 | $4,078 |
Cheap Covington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $700 | $4,371 |
Cheap Covington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,516 | $890 | $5,655 |
Cheap Covington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,310 | $1,075 | $9,200 |
Cheap Covington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,295 | $3,150 |
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Covington, KY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Covington, KY
Pricing Updated: 03/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Covington, KY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Covington Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Kenton County | $1,845 | $650 | 10231 |
Downtown Covington | $3,857 | $890 | 3924 |
Cheapest Available Covington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Covington, KY is a 2 Beds unit found at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall in the Queensgate neighborhood priced from $730. Clifton View in the Queensgate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Covington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
McMicken Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Sands Senior Apartments | 1A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
201 Klotter Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Devou Village | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 730SqFt Phase 1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Emerald View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Crown Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Cedar Ridge | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Covington, KY
As of March 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Covington area is the $0.65 price per square foot 474 Dayton St Model at 474 Dayton St, Unit 1 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Covington apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 50 E McMicken Ave starting at $2,150 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Mount Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Covington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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474 Dayton St, Unit 1 | 474 Dayton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
50 E McMicken Ave | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
1922 Bigelow St, Unit Apt 2 | 1922 Bigelow St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
12 Leathers Rd, Unit #1 | 12 Leathers Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Indian River Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath 3rd Floor Small Cathedral | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Price Hill Eight Apartments | 3 bedroom / 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Vista Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
537 Elberon Ave | 2 beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Covington Overview
Located in the proud confines of Kenton County, Covington is a blue collar city in Kentucky that acts as home to around 40,000 residents. Boasting views of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, this fifth most-populated city in the state is a welcoming locale brimming with charm and possibility.
Why live in Covington, KY?
With scenic natural beauty to spare and plenty of amenities usually only seen in larger cities, Covington apartments for rent make an excellent option for anyone in the market for a new home in the great state of Kentucky. From impressive local schools to popular area eateries, this on-the-move working class hot spot is a great destination in which to raise a family or enjoy retirement.
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Getting Around Covington, KY
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Covington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Covington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Covington is at Invictus Realty 13th Street LLC listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Covington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Covington Apartment is $745 at Clifton View.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Covington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Covington is starting from $730 at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall.
What is the most affordable Covington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Covington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Price Hill Eight Apartments and starts from $1,500.
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