
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Okolona Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (58 Rentals)
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Serenity Court Apartments

Whispering Hills Apartments

Cumberland Apartments

Pebble Creek

Falcon Crest Apartments

3224 Twin Oak Ln

3231 Chinquapin Ln

3100 Chinquapin Ln
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Okolona, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Okolona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okolona Studio Apartments | $972 | $685 | $1,352 |
| Okolona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,044 | $699 | $1,569 |
| Okolona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $860 | $2,339 |
| Okolona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $995 | $2,539 |
| Okolona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,810 | $1,910 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Okolona Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Okolona Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Okolona area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at Serenity Court Apartments priced from $741. Cumberland Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Okolona apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Court Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $741 |
| Cumberland Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Eleven Oaks Apartments | 1B/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Falcon Crest Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Pinecroft Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Mount Vernon | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $938 |
| Ventana | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Minor Lane | Minor Ln 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Clearwater Farm | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Okolona, KY
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Okolona area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2B Model at The Willard at Preston Crossing in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,397. The second greatest value Okolona apartment is the 2B Model at Covington by the Lake starting at $1,466 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Highview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Okolona apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willard at Preston Crossing | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Covington by the Lake | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Jefferson Green | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Jefferson Crossings | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Cooper Creek | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Woodgate Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Serenity Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Minor Lane | Minor Ln 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Falcon Crest Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Okolona Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Okolona?
The cheapest apartment in Okolona is Cumberland Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Okolona costs $2,197.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Okolona?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Okolona that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Okolona?
Cheap apartments in Okolona have an average cost of $170 which is $2,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Okolona.
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