Cheap Homes for Rent in West Russell Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $600 (42 Rentals)

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property at 1048 S 36th St

1048 S 36th St

LouisvilleKY40211

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property at 120 N 26th St

120 N 26th St

LouisvilleKY40212

West Russell, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Russell Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Russell area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here are the most affordable West Russell apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$200
Gateway on BroadwayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$542
Lofts on OrmsbyStudioStudio,1BA$775
Rowan Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Vue at 3rd StreetStudioStudio,1BA$799
Madison Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$819
800 Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$821
AVIA North ShoreStudiosStudio,1BA$899
Jefferson Properties2bd2BR,1BA$917

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Russell area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1445 S 3rd St Model at 1445 S 3rd St, Unit 7 in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value West Russell apartment is the 3bd Model at Jefferson Properties starting at $1,307 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Russell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1445 S 3rd St, Unit 71445 S 3rd St6BR,3BA$1.23
Jefferson Properties3bd3BR,2BA$1.09
2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F2101 Saint Xavier St3BR,1BA$0.81
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
Glassworks Lofts1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Madison Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.02
Rowan Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Community Towers 62 & Up1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.50
Beecher Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom*1BR,1BA$1.59
800 Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Russell

What type of rentals are currently available in West Russell?

There are currently 357 Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $4,900. There are also 152 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Russell ranging from $600 to $2,075.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Russell?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Russell ranges from $600 to $2,075 with an average monthly rent of $1,328.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Russell?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Russell range from $895 to $2,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $940 to $1,660. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,020.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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