Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $600 (165 Rentals)

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Rolling Hills
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$1,076 - $2,143
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Rolling Hills

9100 Rainbow Springs CtLouisville, KY 40241
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The Belltower
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$1,093 - $2,432
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The Belltower

3400 Tevis DrLouisville, KY 40220
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East End, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available East End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East End area of Louisville, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Highgate Springs Apartments priced from $850. Vines at Shelby Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East End apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highgate Springs ApartmentsThe Bowman1BR,1BA$850
Vines at Shelby Crossing1 x 11BR,1BA$899
Devonshire ApartmentsThe Briarwood1BR,1BA$912
Brookside ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$935
Deer ParkStudioStudio,1BA$939
Slate Run (KY)One Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$945
RidgewoodOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$945
Church Way Apartments4221 N Church Way1BR,1BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, KY

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Vetra Hurstbourne in the in the Hurstbourne Acres neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value East End apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer Dryer Model at ReNew Breckenridge starting at $1,424 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Bowman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vetra Hurstbourne3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.18
ReNew Breckenridge2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer Dryer2BR,2BA$1.13
Rolling HillsThe Majestic2BR,1.5BA$0.88
2909 Abigail Dr, Unit Apartment 32909 Abigail Dr2BR,1BA$1.10
Springhurst East Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Large2BR,1BA$1.10
Church Way Apartments4219 N Church Way1BR,1BA$1.17
The Harper2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Vines at Shelby Crossing1 x 11BR,1BA$1.06
2910 Abigail Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.15
10524 Watterson Trail, Unit Pena Building 1 BR10524 Watterson Trail1BR,1BA$1.17

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Kentucky including East End, Louisville, and the greater Louisville area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East End is at Deer Park listed at $939.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East End Apartment is $850 at Highgate Springs Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East End is starting from $975 at 2910 Abigail Dr.

What is the most affordable East End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Hills and starts from $1,076.

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