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Covington, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Covington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,777 | $925 | $5,300 |
| Covington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,270 | $1,400 | $4,995 |
| Covington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,157 | $1,550 | $2,655 |
| Covington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,764 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
| Covington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,796 | $2,895 | $5,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Covington, KY
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Covington, 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 Covington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Covington | $2,295 | $950 | 22 |
| Kenton County | $8,913 | $730 | 471 |
Cheapest Available Covington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Covington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arts Apartments at Music Hall in the Queensgate neighborhood priced from $630. 2162 Stratford Ave in the Queensgate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Covington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| 2162 Stratford Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Clifton View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1701 Sycamore Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bellevue House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Covington, KY
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Covington area is the $1.00 price per square foot 474 Dayton St Model at 474 Dayton St, Unit Apt #2 in the in the Queensgate neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Covington apartment is the 474 Dayton St Model at 474 Dayton St, Unit 1 starting at $1,200 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Queensgate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Covington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 474 Dayton St, Unit Apt #2 | 474 Dayton St | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 474 Dayton St, Unit 1 | 474 Dayton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| 1115 Dayton St | 2 bed, 1.5 bath- Newly Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 2116 Ravine St, Unit 1 | 2116 Ravine St | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| The Arthur Historic Apartments! | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 107 Valencia St, Unit 107 Valencia Apt 1 | 107 Valencia St | Studio ,1BA | $0.73 |
| 2215 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2216-2218 Ohio Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 139 East Clifton Ave | 1 Bedroom, 1 full, 900 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Arts Apartments at Music Hall | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Covington?
There are currently 1554 Apartments for Rent in Covington, KY with pricing that ranges from $600 to $27,865. There are also 201 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Covington ranging from $850 to $5,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Covington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Covington ranges from $850 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,327.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Covington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Covington range from $1,200 to $10,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,260.
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