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Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 20, 2025

There are currently 9661 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Louisville, KY that range in price from $200 to $3,984. Downtown Louisville, Phoenix Hill and Museum District 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 Louisville337$1,234$200
Phoenix Hill301$1,266$200
Museum District289$1,266$200
Whiskey Row288$1,266$200
NuLu287$1,266$850
Jackson285$1,250$200
Louisville Waterfront285$1,266$785
Downtown Jeffersonville282$1,266$542
Shelby Park282$1,223$200
Smoketown282$1,250$200

Largest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Louisville, KY is found at The Billy Goat in the Medical Center neighborhood and is 1,492 square feet priced from $2,200. The Overlook at St. Thomas in the Harrods Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,208 square feet and currently listed start at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Billy Goat1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Suite1,492 Sq Ft$2,200
The Overlook at St. ThomasTulane Phase II1,208 Sq Ft$1,800
Summit Place ApartmentsEnclave-Loft1,134 Sq Ft$1,500
Middletown LandingGreystone Flat1,133 Sq Ft$1,343
Whiskey Row Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1,105 Sq Ft$1,550
Hurstbourne Grand ApartmentsEdinburgh1,095 Sq Ft$1,420
Rolling HillsThe Splendor1,080 Sq Ft$867
The Willows of PlainviewJefferson1,064 Sq Ft$1,715
Lofts of BroadwayThe Jolie - Unique One Bedroom Penthouse Suite1,050 Sq Ft$1,245
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom625 Sq Ft$542

Cheapest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 20, 2025 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 Southern Indiana neighborhood. The second most affordable Louisville 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Gateway on Broadway starting at $542 in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Louisville is currently $1,295. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Louisville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior HousingStandard$200
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom$542
M. Fine on Spring1BT4HC$543
Brookview GlenOne Bedroom$549
Iroquois Green1 Bedroom - With Balcony$735
Townsquare Apartmentsgarden apartment$750
1743 Culbertson Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$750

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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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Getting Around Louisville, KY

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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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 $1,295.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Louisville is a 1,492 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at The Billy Goat.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Louisville is currently 1,377 sq ft.

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