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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elsmere?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsmere 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,527 | $1,194 | $2,400 |
| Elsmere 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,045 | $1,300 | $2,900 |
| Elsmere 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,377 | $1,600 | $3,200 |
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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 Watson's Landing in the Kenton County neighborhood priced from $820. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson's Landing | 1x1 550 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Furlong Trails Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Champion Club Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, KY
As of July 24, 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 Barksdale Model at Overlook Apartments - OVL starting at $1,300 with a $1.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Edgewood Rd | 63B | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Overlook Apartments - OVL | Barksdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Normandy Green | 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Watson's Landing | 1x1 550 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Elsmere?
There are currently 124 Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, KY with pricing that ranges from $820 to $2,362. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elsmere ranging from $800 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elsmere?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elsmere ranges from $800 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,710.
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