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$1,500

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511 E Kentucky St

LouisvilleKY40203

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Jackson-Smoketown, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jackson-Smoketown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jackson-Smoketown area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Vue at 3rd Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Jackson-Smoketown apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Vue at 3rd StreetStudioStudio,1BA$699
Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+StudioStudio,1BA$776
800 Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$819
The Quad0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson-Smoketown, KY

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson-Smoketown area is the $1.37 price per square foot CH 2x2 Model at Maven @ 806 in the in the Medical Center neighborhood starting from $1,719. The second greatest value Jackson-Smoketown apartment is the 535 E Kentucky St Model at 535 E Kentucky St, Unit 2F starting at $850 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Medical Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson-Smoketown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maven @ 806CH 2x22BR,2BA$1.37
535 E Kentucky St, Unit 2F535 E Kentucky St2BR,1BA$0.85
The Cornerstone2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11
The St. Francis Apartments2BR2BA2BR,2BA$1.46
226 W Burnett Ave, Unit 220B226 W Burnett Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
1239 S Brook St, Unit 21239 S Brook St1BR,1BA$0.93
Cathedral CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.21
Germantown Village Apartments1 Bedroom with W/D1BR,1BA$1.32
Park Edge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
800 Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.35

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Jackson-Smoketown, Louisville, KY

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jackson-Smoketown

What type of rentals are currently available in Jackson-Smoketown?

There are currently 387 Apartments for Rent in Jackson-Smoketown, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $9,369. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jackson-Smoketown ranging from $849 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jackson-Smoketown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jackson-Smoketown ranges from $849 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,573.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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