
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bowling Green Neighborhood of Bowling Green, KY from $400 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bowling Green area of Bowling Green.


1031 Elm St

Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID!

319 Woodford Ave

Western Green
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Cameron Park Apartments

141 McFadin Station St, Unit D 3

The Enclave

Royal Arms of Bowling Green
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Downtown Bowling Green, Bowling Green, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bowling Green?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bowling Green Studio Apartments | $822 | $685 | $1,119 |
| Downtown Bowling Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $600 | $1,546 |
| Downtown Bowling Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $675 | $2,009 |
| Downtown Bowling Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $785 | $2,295 |
| Downtown Bowling Green 4 Bedroom Apartments | $841 | $529 | $2,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bowling Green Neighborhood of Bowling Green, KY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bowling Green Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bowling Green area of Bowling Green, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID! priced from $669. Cameron Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bowling Green apartments for rent in Bowling Green, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID! | One Bedroom Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Cameron Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Royal Arms of Bowling Green | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverwood Flats | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Ogden Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bowling Green, KY
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown 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 |
| The Ariel - Beautifully Renovated! | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Apartment | 3BR,3BA | $1.01 |
| Fairview Gabels | Fairview Gables - 2/2 - Third Floor (Promotion) | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Keystone Commons | Dowsntairs 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| 269 Old Porter Pike | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Midtown at WKU | Hazelton II | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Royal Arms of Bowling Green | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID! | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cameron Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Downtown Bowling Green Neighborhood in Bowling Green, KY
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Downtown Bowling Green Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bowling Green?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bowling Green is Greenhaven Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID! which is listed at $669, while the average apartment in Downtown Bowling Green costs $1,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown Bowling Green?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bowling Green have an average cost of $253 which is $1,092 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bowling Green.
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