
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $800 (6 Rentals)
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Highlands, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,211 | $1,100 | $1,399 |
Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,464 | $2,659 |
Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $1,575 | $3,150 |
Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $1,730 | $1,730 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Highland Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
Century Baxter Ave | The Rio | 2BR,2BA | $2,319 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, KY
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $2.18 price per square foot The Rio Model at Century Baxter Ave in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $2,319. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the Depot Model at Highland Station starting at $1,495 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Medical Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Century Baxter Ave | The Rio | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
Highland Station | Depot | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighlands, Louisville, KY
Ranked #111
Among neighborhoods in Louisville, KY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Highlands Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $1,495 at Highland Station.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $2,095 at Highland Station.
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