
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Frankfort, KY from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Riverview Apartments

FarmStead

The Rickhouse

6 Dogwood Ln

Willowood

216 Briar Cliff St

903 Crosshill Dr
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Country Hills

Juniper Hills Apartments

106 Quachita Trail

703 Wilkinson Blvd

Winthrop Court

Huntley Ridge East at Georgetown Rd

Huntley Ridge East at Hanley Ln.

Huntley Ridge East at Forest Hill
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307 Ridgewood Ln, Unit 4x

71 Forest Hill Dr

1308 Chinook Trl

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613 Ridgeview Dr, Unit 613

901 Crosshill Dr

901 Leawood Dr

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218 Holmes St, Unit 218 B

713 Wilkinson Blvd
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Riverford Crossing Apartments

105 Oakmont Ln

Emily Apartments

Cottages of Frankfort - SENIOR Community

1322 Chinook Trl

304 Quachita Trail

1517 Steadmantown Ln

1517 Steadmantown Ln
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Huntley Ridge East at Ringo Ave

704 Chinn Ave

Fieldstone Apartments

Prince Hall Village - Renovated 2020

Austin Park and Clay Villa Apartments

609 Taylor Ave

725 E College St

156 Abbey Rd
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1604 Alton Rd

4103 Citation Ln

751 Van Buren Rd
Frankfort, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Frankfort?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Frankfort Studio Apartments | $774 | $669 | $925 |
| Cheap Frankfort 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $610 | $2,275 |
| Cheap Frankfort 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $735 | $3,053 |
| Cheap Frankfort 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $1,165 | $1,595 |
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Cheapest Available Frankfort Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Frankfort, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Apartments priced from $636. The Rickhouse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Frankfort apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $636 |
| The Rickhouse | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Willowood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| 903 Crosshill Dr | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 216 Briar Cliff St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Juniper Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Country Hills | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Huntley Ridge East at Hanley Ln. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Huntley Ridge East at Georgetown Rd | 1 BR Garden - Georgetown Road | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Huntley Ridge East at Forest Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frankfort, KY
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Frankfort area is the $0.71 price per square foot 613 Ridgeview Dr Model at 613 Ridgeview Dr, Unit 613 in the starting from $925. The second greatest value Frankfort apartment is the 307 Ridgewood Ln Model at 307 Ridgewood Ln, Unit 4x starting at $895 with a $0.94 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Frankfort apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 613 Ridgeview Dr, Unit 613 | 613 Ridgeview Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| 307 Ridgewood Ln, Unit 4x | 307 Ridgewood Ln | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Country Hills | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 218 Holmes St, Unit 218 B | 218 Holmes St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Winthrop Court | Two Bed Two Bath Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Huntley Ridge East at Hanley Ln. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Huntley Ridge East at Forest Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Rickhouse | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 903 Crosshill Dr | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 216 Briar Cliff St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Frankfort Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Frankfort?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Frankfort is at Riverview Apartments listed at $669.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Frankfort Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Frankfort Apartment is $649 at Riverview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Frankfort Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Frankfort is starting from $843 at Country Hills.
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