
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY (1,279 Rentals)


The Edwin

Flats on Fifth

Crescent Centre Apartments & Townhomes

Heritage Green Apartments

The Yard Apartments

Century Baxter Ave

The Residences at OMNI Louisville

Highland Station

Axis on Lexington
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Trifecta

The Avenue in the Highlands

Artspace Lofts

Grocers Ice Lofts

Derby Row | Student Housing

The Prestonian

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Main & Clay

310 at Nulu Apartments

Waterside at River Park Apartments

Edge on 4
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Lofts on Ormsby

Martin on Main Apartments

Lofts of Broadway

Poplar Terrace

Heights at Audubon Park

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Germantown Mill Lofts

Painters Row

Beecher Terrace Apartments

Swiss Village
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Edison Park

Whiskey Row Lofts

Guthrie-Coke Lofts

The Quad

Bradford Mills Lofts

Maven @ 806

Grinstead

The Chalet Village Apartment Community

J.O. Blanton House - Senior Living

Elevate at NuLu Apartment Homes
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Jefferson Properties

Hampton Place

Iroquois Green

By the Park

The St. Francis Apartments

Cardinal Village Apartments

Eclipse

Germantown Village Apartments

Furlong Apartments

Cathedral Commons
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Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Louisville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Louisville Studio Apartments | $1,152 | $200 | $2,823 |
| Downtown Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $200 | $3,607 |
| Downtown Louisville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $542 | $4,856 |
| Downtown Louisville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $697 | $7,210 |
| Downtown Louisville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $629 | $8,905 |
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There are currently 1279 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Louisville, Louisville, KY
Ranked #6
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kentucky and customized analysis for Louisville, Kentucky. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the communities in Louisville, this neighborhood has risen to be one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and great school districts.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and outdoor amenities is a must-have. This residential area has established a name for itself as providing great access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Louisville ranks as one of the best-regarded high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of Louisville has emerged as one of our preferred neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Louisville
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Louisville?
There are currently 553 Studio Apartments in Downtown Louisville with rent ranges from $200 to $2,823 with an average price of $1,152.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Louisville Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Louisville ranges from $200 to $3,607 with an average monthly rent of $1,296.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Louisville cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Louisville range from $542 to $4,856. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,511.
How expensive are Downtown Louisville Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 104 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Louisville on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $697 to $7,210 - averaging $1,638 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY
Written by: Mike Heuer
Louisville, Kentucky, founded in 1778, has grown to be the largest city in Kentucky and is a terrific city situated right along the south bank of the Ohio River.

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

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Written by: Mike Heuer
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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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