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Lofts on Ormsby
512 W Ormsby AveLouisville, KY 40203
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1623 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 6
1623 Brick Kiln LnLouisville, KY 40216
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3808 Dixie HwyLouisville, KY 40216
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Broadleaf Arms
4519-4523 Broadleaf DrLouisville, KY 40216
4904 Saddlebrook Ln
LouisvilleKY40216
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1625 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 2
1625 Brick Kiln LnLouisville, KY 40216
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Riverport Landing Family Apartments
3400 Cathe Dykstra WayLouisville, KY 40216
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Heritage Green Apartments
5103 S 1st StLouisville, KY 40214
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3237 Utah AveLouisville, KY 40215
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4143 Hillview Ave
LouisvilleKY40216
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3524 Georgetown CirLouisville, KY 40215
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3508 Fern Lea RdLouisville, KY 40216
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West Louisville - 1836 Algonquin Pkwy
1836 Algonquin PkwyLouisville, KY 40210
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Jacob School Apartments 62+ Senior Living
3670 Wheeler AveLouisville, KY 40215
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The San Jose Court Apartment Community
1822 San Jose AveLouisville, KY 40216
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Shively, Louisville, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shively?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shively Studio Apartments | $796 | $725 | $995 |
| Shively 1 Bedroom Apartments | $949 | $735 | $1,200 |
| Shively 2 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $750 | $1,350 |
| Shively 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $1,068 | $1,905 |
| Shively 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,250 | $1,545 |
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Cheapest Available Shively Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shively area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at Lofts on Ormsby priced from $725. Iroquois Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Shively apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Iroquois Green | 1 Bedroom - With Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | The Single | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Manslick Meadows | Studios | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Vesta Derby Oaks (Patriot Derby) | B1 UPG | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Carpenter Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Richardson 52 Apartments | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shively area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Crossings at Mill Creek in the in the Jacobs neighborhood starting from $1,403. The second greatest value Shively apartment is the C1-60 Model at Riverport Landing Family Apartments starting at $1,392 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Riverside Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shively apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Crossings at Mill Creek | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Riverport Landing Family Apartments | C1-60 | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| By the Park | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Riverport Landings Senior | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Richardson 52 Apartments | 2 BED / 2 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Derby Row | Student Housing | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1623 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 6 | 1623 Brick Kiln Ln | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 1625 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 2 | 1625 Brick Kiln Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Iroquois Green | 1 Bedroom - With Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Getting Around the Shively Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Cheap Shively Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shively?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shively is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shively?
The cheapest apartment in Shively is Iroquois Green which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Shively costs $1,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shively?
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 30 regular apartments in Shively 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 Shively?
Cheap apartments in Shively have an average cost of $356 which is $1,169 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shively.
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