
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (27 Rentals)
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411 Iowa Ave

1125 Lincoln Ave

1525 W Ormsby Ave

1438 S 7th St

1236 S Floyd St

1021 St Paul Ct

1215 S Preston St

1215 S Preston St

1529 Anderson St

2919 S 6th St

1464 S 9th St

1711 W Kentucky St

837 E Burnett Ave, Unit Front

1417 S 3rd St

1464 S 9th St

831 Denmark St

2813 S 5th St

114 St Catherine St

1379 S Brook St

2424 Glenmary Ave

1033 S 2nd St

1312 Lillian Ave

1213 Larchmont Ave

3009 Montana Ave

1115 Euclid Ave
Merriwether, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Merriwether?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merriwether 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,379 | $750 | $2,199 |
Merriwether 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,726 | $900 | $3,200 |
Merriwether 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,774 | $950 | $3,000 |
Merriwether 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
Merriwether 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 27 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 |
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The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
Gateway on Broadway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $542 |
Yugo Louisville Nine | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $709 |
Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
The Quad | Studio – 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Vue at 3rd Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
The Cornerstone | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Poplar Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $839 |
Germantown Village Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merriwether area is the $1.13 price per square foot 1646 Lucia Ave Model at 1646 Lucia Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Merriwether apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 1524 S 4th St starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill 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. |
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1646 Lucia Ave, Unit 4 | 1646 Lucia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
1524 S 4th St | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Gateway on Broadway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
816-818 Rubel Ave | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.58 |
425 Shelby Pkwy, Unit 3 | 425 Shelby Pkwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The St. Francis Apartments | 2BR2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Yugo Louisville Nine | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic Pool View | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Derby Row | Student Housing | Thoroughbred | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
The Cornerstone | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Germantown Village Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merriwether
What type of rentals are currently available in Merriwether?
There are currently 765 Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $6,360. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merriwether ranging from $525 to $3,200.
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 $525 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,765.
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 $675 to $5,420, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $535.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.