
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewood Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Cumberland Apartments

Preston Oaks

Tanglewood Apartments

3224 Twin Oak Ln

3100 Chinquapin Ln

3231 Chinquapin Ln
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5504 Lodema Way

Willow Place Apartments

Minor Lane

Jefferson Green

Markwell Village

The Lux Townhomes

Jefferson Landing
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5613 Norton Ave

4113 Wooded Way

Eric Court Apartments

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Valore At The Maples

Eleven Oaks Apartments

Medallion Court
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Cleo I & II

Woods of Bridgewood

Chateau Royale Apartments

5531 Halstead Ave

1221 Vim Dr

Dunwoody Court
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Edgewood, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edgewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Studio Apartments | $1,101 | $894 | $1,352 |
| Edgewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $695 | $1,467 |
| Edgewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $839 | $1,702 |
| Edgewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $920 | $1,660 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Edgewood Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Edgewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Edgewood area of Louisville, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Cumberland Apartments priced from $799. Eleven Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $837. Here are the most affordable Edgewood apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Eleven Oaks Apartments | Eleven Oaks - 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Preston Oaks | Thoroughbred | 2BR,1BA | $839 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $894 |
| Willow Place Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $927 |
| Minor Lane | Minor Ln 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Jefferson Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Markwell Village | MW-1BR1B 1ST | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Chateau Royale Apartments | Spacious and Centrally Located 2-bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Lux Townhomes | The Lily - Cozy Two Bedroom, One Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewood, KY
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Edgewood area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Jefferson Green in the in the Edgewood neighborhood starting from $1,398. The second greatest value Edgewood apartment is the Two bedroom Model at Willow Place Apartments starting at $927 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edgewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Green | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Willow Place Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| The Lux Townhomes | The Lily - Cozy Two Bedroom, One Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Chateau Royale Apartments | Spacious and Centrally Located 2-bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Minor Lane | Minor Ln 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Jefferson Landing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Preston Oaks | Thoroughbred | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Eleven Oaks Apartments | Eleven Oaks - 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
| Cumberland Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEdgewood, Louisville, KY
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Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edgewood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Edgewood?
The cheapest apartment in Edgewood is Cumberland Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Edgewood costs $1,398.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Edgewood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Edgewood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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