1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Louisville, KY (1,073 Rentals)

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Middletown Landing
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$1,200 - $1,500

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Base Rent$1,200 - $1,950
Total Monthly Price$1,200 - $1,950
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Middletown Landing

700 Landis Ridge DrLouisville, KY 40245
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Bourbon, Baseball, and the Blues: Your Insider's Guide to Louisville, Kentucky

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Park Lake Apartments
$1,108 - $1,152

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Base Rent$1,108 - $1,521
Total Monthly Price$1,108 - $1,521
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Park Lake Apartments

7100 Leisure LnLouisville, KY 40229
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Crowne at the Summit
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$1,098 - $1,469

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Base Rent$1,098 - $1,907
Total Monthly Price$1,098 - $1,907
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Crowne at the Summit

4301 Crowne Springs DrLouisville, KY 40241
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Clearwater Farm
$1,026 - $1,591

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Base Rent$1,158 - $1,811
Total Monthly Price$1,158 - $1,811
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Clearwater Farm

5401 Lowerfield DrLouisville, KY 40219
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Trifecta
$1,156 - $1,208

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Base Rent$734 - $1,208
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Trifecta

2501 S 4th StLouisville, KY 40208
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Louisville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Louisville, KY Local Guide

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Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 16, 2026

There are currently 11559 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Louisville, KY that range in price from $200 to $3,350. Downtown Louisville, East End and Jackson are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Louisville with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Louisville372$1,168$200
East End291$1,299$835
Jackson286$1,194$200
Outer East End285$1,299$835
Shelby Park275$1,175$200
Phoenix Hill274$1,250$200
Smoketown272$1,200$200
Butchertown269$1,271$200
Museum District262$1,190$795
Downtown Jeffersonville255$1,258$750

Largest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Louisville, KY is found at Edison Park in the Medical Center neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,300. Hurstbourne Grand Apartments in the Hikes Point neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,165 square feet and currently listed start at $1,540. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Edison ParkEP41,200 Sq Ft$1,300
Hurstbourne Grand ApartmentsWinbourne1,165 Sq Ft$1,540
Carrington Place1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11601,160 Sq Ft$1,119
Summit Place ApartmentsEnclave-Loft1,134 Sq Ft$1,350
1411 S. 3rd St1BR/1.0BA1,100 Sq Ft$900
Rolling HillsThe Splendor1,080 Sq Ft$895
The Willows of PlainviewJefferson1,064 Sq Ft$1,760
Lofts of BroadwayThe Jolie - Unique One Bedroom Penthouse Suite1,050 Sq Ft$1,432
Century Belmont StationTokyo1,041 Sq Ft$1,309
The Willard at Preston Crossing1B1,031 Sq Ft$1,260

Cheapest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Louisville, KY is the Standard Model starting from $200 at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing in the Clarksville neighborhood. The second most affordable Louisville 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 1128 S. 3rd starting at $695 in the Medical Center neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Louisville is currently $1,234. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior HousingStandard$200
1128 S. 3rd1BR/1.0BA$695
Western Arms Apartment Homes (DBA)1BR/1.0BA$695
Knox Landing1 Bed / 1 Bath$700
3405 Shagbark Rd1 bedroom$720
Southwood1 Bed, 1 bath$749
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom$749

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Louisville Overview

Steeped in tradition and bubbling over with an exuberant celebration of everything from bourbon to Beatles, every day feels like “Derby Day” in Louisville. Louisville's contradictions are what makes it special. While the Kentucky city boasts the historic Churchill Downs racetrack and the largest Victorian district in the nation, Louisville is also home to Fortune 500 companies -- and a quirky “indie” section that rivals even Portland’s famous alternative scene.

Why live in Louisville, KY?

Truly a wonderful place to be, life in apartments in Louisville can't be beat. There is never a shortage of excitement to get out and enjoy either. From nightlife to historic landmarks to the Kentucky Derby it's hard to ever be bored here!

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Louisville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Louisville is at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing listed at $200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Louisville is $1,234.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Louisville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Louisville is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at Edison Park.

What is the average size for Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Louisville is currently 736 sq ft.

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Louisville is one great city in which to visit, live, work, and raise a family. It has excellent and reasonably affordable housing, great neighborhoods, and a whole lot more to offer its residents and visitors alike.

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Kentucky is a business-friendly commonwealth, and Louisville is its largest city. It also is home to many great employers who pay well, and their workers have lots of great choices in neighborhoods to rent great apartments.

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Louisville is a terrific location to get an advanced education at one of its many great colleges and universities.

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