
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Studio Apartments | $803 | $200 | $1,015 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $200 | $2,600 |
University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $765 | $2,079 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $675 | $2,025 |
University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $535 | $535 | $535 |
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Yugo Louisville Nine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $709. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
Yugo Louisville Nine | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $709 |
Germantown Village Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, KY
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom A Model at Germantown Mill Lofts in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Station House Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Germantown Mill Lofts | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
Station House Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Yugo Louisville Nine | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic Pool View | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Nichols Meadows | Flats | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Lofts of Broadway | Brooklyn | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Germantown Village Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Beecher Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom* | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Bradford Mills Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Cardinal Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Germantown Village Apartments which is listed at $819, while the average apartment in University costs $1,298.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 70 regular apartments in University 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 University?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $648 which is $650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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