
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Drift, KY from $600 (20 Rentals)
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The Place at Slate Creek

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Willow Run

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184 Elm St

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288 Apple Valley Rd

Paint Landing

Emerald Gardens

121 E Main St

131 Lancelot Ct

837 Kentucky Ave SW
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Sawgrass Greene

31139 Princeton Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Drift?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drift 1 Bedroom Apartments | $842 | $600 | $1,065 |
| Drift 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $605 | $1,990 |
| Drift 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $1,149 | $1,875 |
| Drift 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,284 | $1,931 |
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Cheapest Available Drift Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Drift, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Fort Gay Apartments priced from $600. Pine Meadows Apartments in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $605. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Drift apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Pine Meadows Apartments | 1br | 2BR,1BA | $605 |
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Southmoor Hills | Garden Type F | 1BR,1BA | $832 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drift, KY and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Drift area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Unit Model at Sawgrass Greene in the starting from $1,072. The second greatest value Drift apartment is the 941 Christian St Model at 941 Christian St, Unit 2 starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Drift apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawgrass Greene | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 941 Christian St, Unit 2 | 941 Christian St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Oakbrook | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.84 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Townhomes & Flats at MSU | Gold Flat 2 Bedroom 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Pine Meadows Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Southmoor Hills | Garden Type F | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Drift Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Drift Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Drift Apartment is $600 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Drift Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Drift is starting from $605 at Pine Meadows Apartments.
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