Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Louisville, KY from $200 (404 Rentals)

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property at 200 N 18th St

200 N 18th St

LouisvilleKY40203
property at 4116 W Broadway

4116 W Broadway

LouisvilleKY40211

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

property at 5501 Yucca Ln

5501 Yucca Ln

LouisvilleKY40258

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Louisville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Louisville with original content written by our Louisville, KY Local Expert, Mike Heuer

property at 947 S Brook St

947 S Brook St

LouisvilleKY40203
property at 6983 Dixie Hwy

6983 Dixie Hwy

LouisvilleKY40258
property at 1215 S 1st St

1215 S 1st St

LouisvilleKY40203

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Getting Around Louisville, KY

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Louisville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Louisville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Louisville is under $735.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Louisville?

The cheapest apartment in Louisville is Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in Louisville costs $2,028.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Louisville?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2,390 regular apartments in Louisville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Louisville?

Cheap apartments in Louisville have an average cost of $373 which is $1,655 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Louisville.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY

Written by: Mike Heuer

Louisville, Kentucky, founded in 1778, has grown to be the largest city in Kentucky and is a terrific city situated right along the south bank of the Ohio River.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.