
Cheap Homes for Rent in Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $700 (12 Rentals)
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1603 Gagel Ave

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2119 Ratcliffe Ave
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1718 Glenview Pl

4408 Cane Run Rd
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Shively, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Shively?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shively 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,088 | $799 | $1,400 |
Shively 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,524 | $1,150 | $2,300 |
Shively 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,521 | $1,300 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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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 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY
As of May 15, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Shively
What type of rentals are currently available in Shively?
There are currently 210 Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY with pricing that ranges from $725 to $1,905. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shively ranging from $799 to $4,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shively?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shively ranges from $799 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,966.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shively?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shively range from $1,068 to $1,905, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.
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