
Cheap Homes for Rent in the California Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $675 (64 Rentals)
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2614 W Jefferson St

691 Madelon Ct

2431 St Xavier St

655 S 27th St

655 S 27th St

2913 Dumesnil, Apt #3

1839 W Jefferson St

1735 W Hill St

1735 W Hill St
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3149 Vermont Ave

1842 Bolling Ave

343 N 42nd St

112 Boston Ct

1563 S Rear St

2317 Ratcliffe Ave

3419 Duncan St

3036 Hale Ave

4001 Grand Ave
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1847 W Kentucky St

12 College Ct

2214 Wilson Ave

2512 Cedar St

1934 W Madison St

3215 Greenwood Ave

655 S 35th St

4435 Parker Ave

214 N 24th St

2213 W Market St
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2634 Garland Ave

2814 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

3911 Larkwood Ave

513 S 24th St

1143 Louis Coleman Jr Drive

2138 Crittenden Dr

2302 Bolling Ave

2642 Rowan St

4020 Larkwood Ave

1418 Beech St
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726 S 35th St

823 S 2nd St, Unit 3

1920 Bank St

2328 Magazine St

439 N 28th St

1722 Gallagher St

2111 7th Street Rd

326 N 18th St

2808 Conestoga Ave

3615 Del Park Terrace
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California, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in California?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| California 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,174 | $699 | $3,000 |
| California 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,250 | $715 | $2,750 |
| California 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $900 | $3,000 |
| California 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,130 | $1,695 | $2,900 |
| California 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the California Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available California Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the California area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. 1128 S. 3rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable California apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
| 1128 S. 3rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Western Arms Apartment Homes (DBA) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $719 |
| 1388 S 2nd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California, KY
As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the California area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1390 S. 1st in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value California apartment is the 4x4 Model at The Nine starting at $819 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1390 S. 1st | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| The Nine | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Brexx at Louisville | Birchmore 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 2014 W Main St, Unit 1F | 2014 W Main St | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 1436 S 3rd St, Unit #1 | 1436 S 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 3149 Vermont Ave, Unit 4 | 3149 Vermont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 200 N 18th St, Unit 200 N 18th St | 200 N 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Western Arms Apartment Homes (DBA) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 3124 Vermont Ave, Unit 1 | 3124 Vermont Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about California
What type of rentals are currently available in California?
There are currently 708 Apartments for Rent in California, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $4,320. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in California ranging from $675 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in California?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in California ranges from $675 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,301.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in California?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in California range from $895 to $2,812, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $715 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $619.
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