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Cheapest Available Jefferson County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson County, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Gateway on BroadwayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$542
Louisville 532 bedroom, 1 bath2BR,1BA$650
Yugo Louisville Nine4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Balcony4BR,4BA$709
Lofts on OrmsbyStudioStudio,1BA$725
Serenity Court ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$741
Lower Hunters Trace3x23BR,2BA$752
Heritage Green ApartmentsThe Single1BR,1BA$754
The Lofts at Pinecroft1 bedroom, 1 bath2BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, KY

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Cornerstone in the in the Medical Center neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the 2101 Saint Xavier St Model at 2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F starting at $895 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cornerstone3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.00
2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F2101 Saint Xavier St3BR,1BA$0.81
Austin Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
4216 N Church Way, Unit 84216 N Church Way1BR,1BA$1.00
By the ParkTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
816-818 Rubel AveThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.58
526 Locher Aly, Unit 204526 Locher Aly3BR,1BA$0.94
Derby Row | Student HousingThoroughbred2BR,2BA$1.00
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.02

Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson County

What type of rentals are currently available in Jefferson County?

There are currently 2521 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $7,010. There are also 704 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson County ranging from $400 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jefferson County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jefferson County ranges from $400 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,988.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Jefferson County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jefferson County range from $675 to $6,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $535.

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