1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Louisville, KY (805 Rentals)

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Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 27, 2025

There are currently 11636 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Louisville, KY that range in price from $200 to $3,815. Downtown Louisville, Phoenix Hill and Jackson are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Louisville with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Louisville365$1,266$200
Phoenix Hill348$1,289$200
Jackson344$1,273$200
Butchertown331$1,297$200
Downtown Jeffersonville318$1,301$542
Shelby Park313$1,266$200
Smoketown313$1,266$200
Merriwether267$1,266$200
Medical Center266$1,266$799
East End255$1,279$800

Largest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Louisville, KY is found at The Billy Goat in the Medical Center neighborhood and is 1,492 square feet priced from $2,200. Summit Place Apartments in the Outer East End neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,134 square feet and currently listed start at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Billy Goat1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Suite1,492 Sq Ft$2,200
Summit Place ApartmentsEnclave-Loft1,134 Sq Ft$1,500
Whiskey Row Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1,105 Sq Ft$1,550
Rolling HillsThe Splendor1,080 Sq Ft$1,147
Hurstbourne Grand ApartmentsCamberly1,075 Sq Ft$1,380
Clearwater FarmA2L1,058 Sq FtCall for Rates
The Commons Apartments1 BEDROOM DELUXE1,031 Sq Ft$1,371
The Willard at Preston Crossing1B1,031 Sq Ft$1,284
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom625 Sq Ft$542

Cheapest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Louisville, KY is the Standard Model starting from $200 at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing in the Southern Indiana neighborhood. The second most affordable Louisville 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Gateway on Broadway starting at $542 in the Portland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Louisville is currently $1,281. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior HousingStandard$200
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom$542
Brookview GlenOne Bedroom$549
Huntley Ridge Clarksville1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Balcony$749
Townsquare Apartmentsgarden apartment$750
Southwood1 Bed, 1 bath$759

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Louisville Overview

Steeped in tradition and bubbling over with an exuberant celebration of everything from bourbon to Beatles, every day feels like “Derby Day” in Louisville. Louisville's contradictions are what makes it special. While the Kentucky city boasts the historic Churchill Downs racetrack and the largest Victorian district in the nation, Louisville is also home to Fortune 500 companies -- and a quirky “indie” section that rivals even Portland’s famous alternative scene.

Why live in Louisville, KY?

Truly a wonderful place to be, life in apartments in Louisville can't be beat. There is never a shortage of excitement to get out and enjoy either. From nightlife to historic landmarks to the Kentucky Derby it's hard to ever be bored here!

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Getting Around Louisville, KY

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Louisville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Louisville is at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing listed at $200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Louisville is $1,281.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Louisville is a 1,492 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at The Billy Goat.

What is the average size for Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Louisville is currently 706 sq ft.

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