
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bowling Green, KY from $400 (29 Rentals)
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1031 Elm St

319 Woodford Ave

River Valley Apartments

Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID!

Western Green

Willow Creek Apartments
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434 Upper Stone Ave

River Woods Apartments

Covington Station

Cameron Park Apartments

Ashton Parc

Kingston Heights

The Enclave
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Royal Arms of Bowling Green

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Bowling Green, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bowling Green?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bowling Green Studio Apartments | $723 | $645 | $1,119 |
| Cheap Bowling Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $600 | $1,545 |
| Cheap Bowling Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $625 | $2,009 |
| Cheap Bowling Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $785 | $2,295 |
| Cheap Bowling Green 4 Bedroom Apartments | $879 | $529 | $2,200 |
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Bowling Green, KY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bowling Green, KY
Pricing Updated: 12/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bowling Green, KY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bowling Green Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bowling Green | $1,346 | $529 | 104 |
Cheapest Available Bowling Green Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bowling Green, KY is a Studio unit found at CEDARGATE APARTMENTS priced from $635. River Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bowling Green apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEDARGATE APARTMENTS | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| River Valley Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID! | One Bedroom Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| River Woods Apartments | River Woods - Promo - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Cameron Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Kingston Heights | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Royal Arms of Bowling Green | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Lynnwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Riverwood Flats | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bowling Green, KY
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bowling Green area is the $1.02 price per square foot 1011 Campbell Lane - 713 Model at 1011 Campbell Lane in the in the Downtown Bowling Green neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Bowling Green apartment is the 4BR/4.0BA Model at The Crown starting at $440 with a $0.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Bowling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bowling Green apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1011 Campbell Lane | 1011 Campbell Lane - 713 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Crown | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.31 |
| 3880 Old Nashville Rd, Unit Apt C | 3880 Old Nashville Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.64 |
| The Ariel - Beautifully Renovated! | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Apartment | 3BR,3BA | $1.01 |
| Ashton Parc | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathrooms Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Keystone Commons | Dowsntairs 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| The Ridge at Walnut Valley | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 269 Old Porter Pike | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Midtown at WKU | Hazelton II | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| River Woods Apartments | River Woods - Promo - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Bowling Green Overview
With a population of 63,000, you'll find this charming city a great place to raise a family, retire to, or start out at when looking for that first job. With shops lining the Fountain Square and plenty of manufacturing jobs, there's good reason Bowling Green was voted one of the best places in 2014.
Why live in Bowling Green, KY?
There's a lot of good things in Bowling Green. From state of the art medical care to historic homes and fresh foods from local farms, you will find a great community filled with great people. For theater lovers, there are many outlets for performing arts, and with a strong economy, jobs are plentiful and when the work day is done, you can enjoy shopping, dining, and even a night on the town. Finally, you can rest assured that if you have children, they will be going to some great schools here.
Bowling Green, KYPopulation: 68,401
Ranked #530
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleBowling Green, KY
Ranked #12
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bowling Green Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bowling Green?
The cheapest apartment in Bowling Green is River Valley Apartments which is listed at $645, while the average apartment in Bowling Green costs $1,346.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bowling Green?
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 7 regular apartments in Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green?
Cheap apartments in Bowling Green have an average cost of $251 which is $1,095 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bowling Green.
Expert Rental Resources
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!











