
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $700 (23 Rentals)
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1634 S Preston St

624 Dresden Ave

1618 Ellwood Ave

2111 7th Street Rd

4108 S 3rd St

1236 Cherokee Rd
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409 W Gaulbert Ave

409 W Gaulbert Ave

3107 Montana Ave

1106 Cherokee Rd, Unit 6

823 S 2nd St, Unit 3

2424 Glenmary Ave

1438 Lillian Ave
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532 E Saint Catherine St

1269 S Jackson St

1550 Gallagher St

1625 W Kentucky St

565 Eastern Pkwy, Unit 6, Unit 6

1040 Cherokee Rd

Furnished Studio-Louisville - Airport
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1318 S Brook St

570 Lilly Ave
Merriwether, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merriwether?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriwether 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,493 | $750 | $2,900 |
| Merriwether 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,777 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Merriwether 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,203 | $1,549 | $3,000 |
| Merriwether 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,433 | $1,800 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Merriwether Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriwether area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here are the most affordable Merriwether apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
| Gateway on Broadway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $542 |
| Vue at 3rd Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriwether area is the $0.50 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Gateway on Broadway in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $542. The second greatest value Merriwether 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 Merriwether apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway on Broadway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| 535 E Kentucky St, Unit 2F | 535 E Kentucky St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| A Little Holiday Wish Come True: No rent until January! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Derby Row | Student Housing | Thoroughbred | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Heights at Audubon Park | Heights at Audubon 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 1436 S 3rd St, Unit #4 | 1436 S 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 307 Woodbine St, Unit 3 | 307 Woodbine St | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Cornerstone | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Germantown Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merriwether
What type of rentals are currently available in Merriwether?
There are currently 755 Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $8,865. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merriwether ranging from $750 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merriwether?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merriwether ranges from $750 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,843.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merriwether?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merriwether range from $707 to $7,089, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,549 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $629.
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