
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old Louisville area of Louisville.


502 Belgravia Ct

1466 St James Ct

800 Towers Apartments

Lofts on Ormsby

Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+

1829 S 3rd St
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629 W Ormsby Ave

227 W Breckinridge St

1003 S 1st St

1503 S 4th St

1123 S Brook St

The St. Francis Apartments
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110 W Oak St

329 E Oak St
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Old Louisville - Oak Street Apartments
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Old Louisville, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Louisville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Louisville Studio Apartments | $871 | $200 | $1,019 |
| Old Louisville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,005 | $200 | $1,600 |
| Old Louisville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $879 | $1,555 |
| Old Louisville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $878 | $739 | $1,600 |
| Old Louisville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $704 | $699 | $709 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Old Louisville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Louisville area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. 800 Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Old Louisville apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $776 |
| The St. Francis Apartments | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Cardinal Village Apartments | 1x1 Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| 1386 S 3rd St | 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| York Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $976 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Louisville, KY
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Louisville area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View Model at Yugo Louisville Nine in the in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood starting from $729. The second greatest value Old Louisville apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Cornerstone starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Medical Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Louisville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yugo Louisville Nine | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
| The Cornerstone | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1386 S 3rd St | 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 226 W Burnett Ave, Unit 218 | 226 W Burnett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 307 Woodbine St | 307 Woodbine St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Crescent Centre Apartments & Townhomes | One Bedroom-699 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The St. Francis Apartments | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 800 Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.26 |
| Cardinal Village Apartments | 1x1 with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Station House Apartments | The Firemark | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Getting Around the Old Louisville Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Louisville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Louisville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Louisville is under $976.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Louisville?
The cheapest apartment in Old Louisville is Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+ which is listed at $876, while the average apartment in Old Louisville costs $1,115.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Louisville?
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 8 regular apartments in Old Louisville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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