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Louisville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 31, 2025

There are currently 11049 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Louisville, KY that range in price from $200 to $3,300. Downtown Louisville, Phoenix Hill and Shelby Park 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 Louisville344$1,220$200
Phoenix Hill314$1,251$200
Shelby Park313$1,200$200
Jackson309$1,218$200
Smoketown309$1,226$200
NuLu290$1,269$763
Museum District288$1,260$763
Whiskey Row288$1,260$763
Downtown Jeffersonville280$1,274$542
Butchertown277$1,277$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 $3,300. Summit Place Apartments in the Outer East End neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,293 square feet and currently listed start at $1,525. 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$3,300
Summit Place ApartmentsCascade-Loft1,293 Sq Ft$1,525
Mallard Crossing at St. Matthews1x1.5 TH1,221 Sq Ft$1,386
Livano SpringdaleA61,177 Sq Ft$1,943
Hurstbourne Grand ApartmentsWinbourne1,165 Sq Ft$1,290
Carrington Place Apartments1 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM WITH DEN1,160 Sq Ft$1,112
Grocers Ice LoftsThe Cooper II1,100 Sq Ft$1,730
Rolling HillsThe Splendor1,080 Sq Ft$1,319
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom625 Sq Ft$542

Cheapest Available Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 31, 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 $1,203. 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
1743 Culbertson Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$700
Southwood1 Bed, 1 bath$749
Townsquare Apartmentsgarden apartment$750
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom$759
Vue at 3rd Street1 Bedroom A$763
Huntley Ridge Clarksville1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Balcony$770
Stone Creek Apartments I & II1 Bed 1 Bath$775

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Official Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Louisville for College Renters

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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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Location, Location, Location!

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

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

Louisville, KY Area Reviews

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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 $1,203.

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 $3,300 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 779 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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