
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $800 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highlands area of Louisville.


936 Cherokee Rd

1028 Cherokee Rd

1022 Cherokee Rd

1016 Cherokee Rd
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1523 Hepburn Ave

722 Barret Ave

1006 Cherokee Rd

1015 Baxter Ave

966 Cherokee Rd
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1218 Innis Ct

1508 Hepburn Ave

Century Baxter Ave

903 Barret Ave

931 Cherokee Rd
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,239 | $1,099 | $1,354 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $950 | $2,511 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $1,150 | $3,485 |
| Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Century Baxter Ave | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,121 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, KY
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1313 Highland Ave Model at 1313 Highland Ave, Unit reza jafarpour in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the 1423 Debarr St Model at 1423 Debarr St, Unit 1 starting at $1,090 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1313 Highland Ave, Unit reza jafarpour | 1313 Highland Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1423 Debarr St, Unit 1 | 1423 Debarr St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Century Baxter Ave | Montreal | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Highland Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.22 |
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 $1,121 at Century Baxter Ave.
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 $1,599 at Highland Station.
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