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Amhurst Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Amhurst Apartments

106 Amhurst DrErlanger, KY 41018
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Wentworth Estates
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wentworth Estates

7500 Carole LnFlorence, KY 41042
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2 Circle Drive
1 Bedroom Apartments

2 Circle Drive

2 Circle DrFlorence, KY 41042
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Normandy Green
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Normandy Green

6805 Sebree DrFlorence, KY 41042

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Oakwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

6928-6936 Oakwood DrFlorence, KY 41042
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Blue Grass Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Grass Manor

3904 Lori DrErlanger, KY 41018
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Village of Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village of Cross Creek

7536 Hillcrest DrFlorence, KY 41042
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Brynwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brynwood Apartments

104 Rebel DrFlorence, KY 41042
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Crossroads Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossroads Apartments

35-43 Banklick StFlorence, KY 41042
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Elsmere, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Watson's Landing in the Kenton County neighborhood priced from $820. Wentworth Estates in the Cody Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsmere apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Watson's Landing1x1 5501BR,1BA$820
Wentworth EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$820
Furlong Trails Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Champion Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Oakwood ApartmentsPhase II - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Florence Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Village of Cross Creek1 Bedroom Apt upper floor1BR,1BA$1,050
Florence Crossing1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,075
LakeHouse at Florence Apartments1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, KY

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.15 price per square foot 63B Model at 63 Edgewood Rd in the in the Kenton County neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the Bailey Model at Overlook Apartments - OVL starting at $1,300 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Cody Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsmere apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
63 Edgewood Rd63B3BR,2.5BA$1.15
Overlook Apartments - OVLBailey2BR,1BA$1.46
Normandy Green2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.43
Champion Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.34
Oakwood ApartmentsPhase II - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.39
Village of Cross Creek1 Bedroom Apt Lower Floor1BR,1BA$1.51
LakeHouse at Florence Apartments1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.68
Furlong Trails Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.36
Florence Crossing1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.65
Watson's Landing1x1 5501BR,1BA$1.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsmere Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elsmere?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elsmere is at Wentworth Estates listed at $820.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment is $820 at Watson's Landing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elsmere Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elsmere is starting from $1,050 at Furlong Trails Apartments.

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