
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY (426 Rentals)


Highland Station

Flats on Fifth

Crescent Centre Apartments & Townhomes

The Edwin

Heritage Green Apartments

The Yard Apartments

The Residences at OMNI Louisville

Total Monthly Price
Trifecta

Artspace Lofts
Bourbon, Baseball, and the Blues: Your Insider's Guide to Louisville, Kentucky
There's more to Louisville than the Kentucky Derby. Get a local insider's take on the best bourbon tours, dining, music venues, horse racing, and cultural experiences the city has to offer.

Grocers Ice Lofts

Colonial Oaks Apartments

The Avenue in the Highlands

Total Monthly Price
The St. Francis Apartments

The Prestonian

Edge on 4

310 at Nulu Apartments

Waterside at River Park Apartments

Lofts on Ormsby

Monarch Station
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Total Monthly Price
Germantown Mill Lofts

Main & Clay

The Belknap Apartments

Poplar Terrace

Total Monthly Price
Martin on Main Apartments

Lofts of Broadway

Painters Row

Beecher

Axis on Lexington

Swiss Village
Mint Juleps and Mile-Saving Commutes: Finding Quality Louisville Apartments Near Major Employers
Stop driving and start living! We highlight the best Louisville neighborhoods—from Beechmont to Audubon Park—with great rentals near top job providers.

Edison Park

Whiskey Row Lofts

Guthrie-Coke Lofts

Total Monthly Price
Bradford Mills Lofts

Maven @ 806

Grinstead

J.O. Blanton House - Senior Living

Cardinal Village Apartments

Germantown Village Apartments

Hampton Place
Downtown Louisville - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Louisville
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Louisville by our Louisville, KY Local Expert Mike Heuer. See how it ranks!

Iroquois Green

Elevate at NuLu Apartment Homes

The Chalet Village Apartment Community

Eclipse

Cathedral Commons

Park Edge Apartments

Total Monthly Price
Patriot Derby (FKA Vesta Derby Oaks)

The Cornerstone

Community Towers 62 & Up

York Towers Apartments
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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 | $1,095 | $200 | $2,466 |
Downtown Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $200 | $3,438 |
| Downtown Louisville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $695 | $4,365 |
| Downtown Louisville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $682 | $5,130 |
| Downtown Louisville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $619 | $6,687 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 426 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
See all Apartments in LouisvilleExplore Louisville
Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY Local Guide
- Nearby Louisville neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Largest Available Downtown Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Louisville area of Louisville, KY is found at Edison Park and is listed at 1,200 square feet priced from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edison Park | EP4 | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| Lofts of Broadway | The Jolie - Unique One Bedroom Penthouse Suite | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,432 |
| Waterside at River Park Apartments | Williamson | 948 Sq Ft | $1,498 |
| Highland Station | Quarters | 907 Sq Ft | $1,469 |
| Axis on Lexington | Rogers | 897 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
| 310 at Nulu Apartments | Thompson | 881 Sq Ft | $1,563 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | 1x1 | 880 Sq Ft | $754 |
| Glassworks Lofts | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 841 Sq Ft | $1,018 |
| Edge on 4 | 1 Bed A2 | 815 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| Whiskey Row Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 800 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Louisville of Louisville, KY is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $695 at 1128 S. 3rd. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Louisville is currently $1,301. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1128 S. 3rd | 1BR/1.0BA | $695 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | 1x1 | $754 |
| Iroquois Green | 1 Bedroom - Garden Level | $755 |
| 1388 S 2nd | 1BR/1.0BA | $755 |
| Carpenter Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | The Single | $829 |
The Official Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Louisville for College Renters
Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Louisville, KY | Find Louisville Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com
Read ArticleReal Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
Read ArticleQuick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Louisville, Louisville, KY
Ranked #5
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY
School data provided by Great Schools
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Louisville, Kentucky. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Louisville Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Louisville with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Louisville is at 1128 S. 3rd listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Louisville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Louisville is $1,301.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Louisville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Louisville is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at Edison Park.
What is the average size for Downtown Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Louisville is currently 671 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

Bourbon, Baseball, and the Blues: Your Insider's Guide to Louisville, Kentucky
Written by: Mike Heuer
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.

Mint Juleps and Mile-Saving Commutes: Finding Quality Louisville Apartments Near Major Employers
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.

The Official Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Louisville for College Renters
Written by: Mike Heuer
Louisville is a terrific location to get an advanced education at one of its many great colleges and universities.

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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.