
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Covington Neighborhood of Covington, KY from $700 (28 Rentals)
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112 E 5th St

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319 W 9th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Riverhaus

525 Garrard St

328 Bush St, Unit 2

218 W 5th St
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JRG Lofts

Furnished Studio-Cincinnati - Covington

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631 Bakewell St, Unit 631 Bakewell Apt #1, Unit 631 Bakewell Apt #1

212 W 6th St

The Amos

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221 W 4th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

18 Saratoga St
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1235 Scott St

522-524 Garrard St.

1718 Scott St

River's Edge

Apartments on 10th

Seminary Square Lofts

103 E 3rd St. - The Hayden
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811 Greenup St

Roebling Row

229 Riverside Dr

303 Greenup (NEW)

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Flats on the Row
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Downtown Covington, Covington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Covington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Covington Studio Apartments | $1,403 | $985 | $1,746 |
| Downtown Covington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $950 | $3,333 |
| Downtown Covington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $995 | $4,144 |
| Downtown Covington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Covington Neighborhood of Covington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Covington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Covington area of Covington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Flats on the Row priced from $1,155. Seminary Square Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,310. Here are the most affordable Downtown Covington apartments for rent in Covington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats on the Row | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Seminary Square Lofts | Acolyte | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Duveneck Square | Pike | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| Riverhaus | A11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,494 |
| The Arthur Historic Apartments! | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| JRG Lofts | Island | Studio,1BA | $1,580 |
| 103 E 3rd St. - The Hayden | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| Roebling Row | The Foster | 2BR,2BA | $2,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Covington, KY
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Covington area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2BR Model at The Arthur Historic Apartments! in the in the Northern Kentucky neighborhood starting from $1,560. The second greatest value Downtown Covington apartment is the The Foster Model at Roebling Row starting at $2,151 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Covington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arthur Historic Apartments! | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Roebling Row | The Foster | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Riverhaus | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 631 Bakewell St, Unit 631 Bakewell Apt #1 | 631 Bakewell St | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Flats on the Row | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Seminary Square Lofts | Acolyte | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
| Duveneck Square | Pike | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
| 103 E 3rd St. - The Hayden | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| JRG Lofts | Island | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Covington, Covington, KY
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Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Covington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Covington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Covington Apartment is $1,155 at Flats on the Row.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Covington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Covington is starting from $1,436 at Flats on the Row.
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