
Homes for Rent in Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY Under $1,500 (47 Rentals)


912 S Shelby St

1300 S 3rd St

1500 S Hancock St

565 Eastern Pkwy, Unit 6, Unit 6

1550 Gallagher St

532 E Saint Catherine St

4108 S 3rd St

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1106 Cherokee Rd, Unit 6

823 S 2nd St, Unit 3

2826 Taylor Blvd

3 Eutropia Ct

624 Dresden Ave

1135 S 1st St

1416 Central Ave

1110 Cherokee Rd

520 Wainwright Ave
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308 E Kentucky St

549 Rawlings St

1018 Hamilton Ave

1310 Earl Ave

615 Dresden Ave

1244 Algonquin Pkwy

1616 Gallagher St

1305 Larchmont Ave

2014 Cherokee Pkwy
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1431 S Floyd St

1015 Sale Ave

1214 Dresden Ave

1055 Euclid Ave

817 Shelby Pkwy

570 Lilly Ave

1318 S Brook St

1625 W Kentucky St

1269 S Jackson St
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1040 Cherokee Rd

1438 Lillian Ave

2424 Glenmary Ave

409 W Gaulbert Ave

3107 Montana Ave

1236 Cherokee Rd

2111 7th Street Rd

1618 Ellwood Ave

1634 S Preston St
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1438 S 7th St

409 W Gaulbert 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 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merriwether Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerriwether, Louisville, KY
Ranked #20
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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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