Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (91 Rentals)

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property at 3409 Vermont Ave

$825

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3409 Vermont Ave

LouisvilleKY40211
property at 3409 Vermont Ave

$825

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3409 Vermont Ave

LouisvilleKY40211

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property at 1770 W Oak St

$899

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1770 W Oak St

LouisvilleKY40210

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property at 214 N 24th St

$920

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$920

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214 N 24th St

LouisvilleKY40212
property at 214 N 24th St

$920

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214 N 24th St

LouisvilleKY40212
property at 2715 Garland Ave

$925

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$925

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2715 Garland Ave

LouisvilleKY40211
property at 2715 Garland Ave

$925

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2715 Garland Ave

LouisvilleKY40211

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property at 2814 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

$930

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$930

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2814 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

LouisvilleKY40212
property at 2634 Garland Ave

$945

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$945

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2634 Garland Ave

LouisvilleKY40211
property at 2634 Garland Ave

$945

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2634 Garland Ave

LouisvilleKY40211
property at 2634 Garland Ave

$945

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$945

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2634 Garland Ave

LouisvilleKY40211

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Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Louisville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Louisville area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here are the most affordable Downtown Louisville apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Gateway on BroadwayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$542
The Crossings at Mill Creek2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$569
Vue at 3rd StreetStudioStudio,1BA$699
Lofts on OrmsbyStudioStudio,1BA$700
Iroquois Green1 Bedroom - Garden Level1BR,1BA$755
800 Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$765
Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+StudioStudio,1BA$776

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Louisville, KY

As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Louisville area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View Model at Yugo Louisville Nine in the in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood starting from $729. The second greatest value Downtown Louisville apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Big 4 Station Residence starting at $1,295 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Louisville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Louisville Nine4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View4BR,4BA$0.52
Big 4 Station Residence3 bedroom3BR,1BA$1.04
Old Louisville - Oak Street Apartments2/12BR,1BA$1.05
2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F2101 Saint Xavier St3BR,1BA$0.81
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
By the ParkTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
535 E Kentucky St, Unit 2F535 E Kentucky St2BR,1BA$0.85
Furlong Apartments2 Bedroom/1Bath2BR,1BA$0.92
The Province (KY)2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.01
841 Beecher St, Unit B841 Beecher St2BR,1BA$0.99

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY

Ranked #4

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Louisville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Louisville?

There are currently 1065 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Louisville, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $12,126. There are also 257 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Louisville ranging from $550 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Louisville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Louisville ranges from $550 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,239.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Louisville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Louisville range from $675 to $7,405, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $779 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $609.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.