
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $800 (56 Rentals)
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1100 Lydia St

512 Iowa Ave

12 College Ct

2721 S 5th St

1119 Lincoln Ave

2138 Crittenden Dr

2909 S 5th St

2014 Cherokee Pkwy

823 S 2nd St, Unit 3
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2111 7th Street Rd

101 E Garrett St

1210 Longfield Ave

1401 Thornberry Ave

611 W Magnolia Ave

1318 S Brook St

1138 Lillian Ave

1018 Sale Ave

1038 Logan St

1269 S Jackson St
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1156 S Brook St

1271 Cherokee Rd

2520 S 3rd St

943 Baxter Ave, Unit 106

1625 W Kentucky St

420 Montana Ave

1312 Earl Ave

1033 S Brook St, Unit 2

1134 Lincoln Ave

536 W Evelyn Ave
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1224 Central Ave

1500 S Hancock St

1238 Central Ave

915 Euclid Ave

2700 Montana Ave

724 W Evelyn Ave

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813 Swan St

912 S 16th St

1272 Weller Ave
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1300 S 3rd St

604 Winkler Ave

1420 Eastern Pkwy, Unit 4

1846 Tyler Pkwy

1311 Central Ave

1452 S Hancock St

1234 S 1st St, Unit #4

2226 S Shelby St

920 Brentwood Ave

413 Hancock Green Pl
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Merriwether?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriwether 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,410 | $875 | $3,000 |
| Merriwether 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,653 | $1,000 | $2,750 |
| Merriwether 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,114 | $1,497 | $2,850 |
| Merriwether 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,316 | $1,800 | $2,900 |
| Merriwether 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 56 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. 1128 S. 3rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. 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 |
| 1128 S. 3rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| 629 W. Ormsby | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 1388 S 2nd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| 1215 S. 4th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Old Louisville - 1219 S 6th St | S6th01 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 1390 S. 1st | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 224 E Oak St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriwether area is the $1.02 price per square foot 4002 Southern Pky Model at 4002 Southern Pky, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Merriwether apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1390 S. 1st starting at $1,200 with a $0.83 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4002 Southern Pky, Unit 1 | 4002 Southern Pky | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| 1390 S. 1st | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| The Nine | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Brexx at Louisville | Birchmore 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 214 W Collins Ct, Unit 1 br apartment | 214 W Collins Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 1436 S 3rd St, Unit #1 | 1436 S 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1233 S 2nd St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2208 Crittenden Dr, Unit Unit 3 | 2208 Crittenden Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1128 S. 3rd | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merriwether
What type of rentals are currently available in Merriwether?
There are currently 790 Apartments for Rent in Merriwether, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $6,381. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merriwether ranging from $800 to $3,000.
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 $800 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,516.
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 $723 to $4,440, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,497 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $619.
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