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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
Iroquois Green1 Bedroom - With Balcony1BR,1BA$735
Serenity Court ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$741
Lower Hunters Trace3x23BR,2BA$752

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, KY

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 x 2 Model at Vines at Shelby Crossing in the in the Hurstbourne Acres neighborhood starting from $1,379. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the The Roost Model at Eagles Eyrie Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Belknap 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.
Vines at Shelby Crossing3 x 23BR,2BA$1.02
Eagles Eyrie ApartmentsThe Roost2BR,2.5BA$0.98
The Landing2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.03
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
Newberry ParcTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.00
By the ParkTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Riverport Landings Senior2B1B2BR,1BA$1.02
Austin Park Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Extended1BR,1BA$0.99
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.02
1623 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 31623 Brick Kiln Ln2BR,1BA$1.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson County

What type of rentals are currently available in Jefferson County?

There are currently 2482 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $8,940. There are also 608 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson County ranging from $525 to $8,750.

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 $525 to $8,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,283.

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 $6,270, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $910 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $535.

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