
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, KY from $400 (44 Rentals)
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818 Garvey Ave

606 Willow St

Watson's Landing

Cliffside Estates

Willow Glen Apartments

606 Amhurst Dr

Furlong Trails Apartments
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Walnut Creek

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Country Club Estates

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Florence Crossing

241 Main St

24 Rosebud Ave, Unit 4

LakeHouse at Florence Apartments
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Fairway Park

The Boulevard

Crossings of Kenton

Eagle Ridge Apartments

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Wentworth Estates

Blue Grass Manor

Stringtown Village Apartments
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597 Trenton Ave

2 Circle Drive

Crown Court Apartments

Normandy Green

Chelsea Garden Apartments

933-937 Highland Ave

1607 Maryland Ave

Oakwood Apartments
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Village of Cross Creek

Brynwood Apartments

Crossroads Apartments

Town & Country Apartments

127-135 Commonwealth Ave

1011 Rapid Ave

910 Leonard St

12 Rio Grande Cir
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2791 Madison Ave

635 Hawthorne Ave

633 Hawthorne Ave
Elsmere, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsmere?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elsmere Studio Apartments | $1,949 | $1,829 | $2,069 |
| Cheap Elsmere 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $815 | $2,221 |
| Cheap Elsmere 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $950 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Elsmere 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $1,050 | $2,486 |
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Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Normandy Green in the Northern Kentucky neighborhood priced from $950. Furlong Trails Apartments in the Cody Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsmere apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Green | 1 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Furlong Trails Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Crown Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath 806SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Champion Club Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Country Club Estates | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath w/Balcony-2nd Flr | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Florence Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Village of Cross Creek | 1 Bedroom Apt upper floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Florence Crossing | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| LakeHouse at Florence Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Boulevard | The Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, KY
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathroom Model at Normandy Green in the in the Northern Kentucky neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the The Abbey Model at The Boulevard starting at $1,299 with a $1.53 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Green | 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| The Boulevard | The Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Crown Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath 806SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Champion Club Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Oakwood Apartments | Phase II - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Village of Cross Creek | 1 Bedroom Apt Lower Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| LakeHouse at Florence Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Furlong Trails Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Country Club Estates | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath w/Balcony-3rd Flr | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Florence Crossing | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsmere Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment is $950 at Normandy Green.
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 $1,015 at Crown Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elsmere Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elsmere Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Florence Apartments and starts from $1,425.
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