Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East End Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $600 (113 Rentals)

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Outer East End, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer East End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East End area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at Mallard Crossing at St. Matthews priced from $829. The Harper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable Outer East End apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mallard Crossing at St. MatthewsStudio AStudio,1BA$829
The Harper1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$829
Devonshire ApartmentsThe Briarwood1BR,1BA$843
Rolling HillsThe Splendor1BR,1BA$855
Slate Run (KY)Studio OStudio,1BA$865
Highgate Springs ApartmentsThe Bowman1BR,1BA$880
Station JTownB1R2BR,1BA$881
HeathmooreStudio SStudio,1BA$885

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East End, KY

As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East End area is the $0.86 price per square foot The Grand Model at Rolling Hills in the in the Harrods Creek neighborhood starting from $1,318. The second greatest value Outer East End apartment is the 2 x 2 with Den Model at Vines at Shelby Crossing starting at $1,279 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Hurstbourne Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rolling HillsThe Grand3BR,2BA$0.86
Vines at Shelby Crossing2 x 2 with Den2BR,2BA$0.95
Partridge Meadows ApartmentsThe Ivy Loft1BR,1BA$1.23
Station JTownB2R2BR,1.5BA$1.16
The Rye1 Bd 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Westbury Harbour1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.02
The Harper2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Villages of Hikes PointVillages of Hikes Point - Waiting List (2b/1b)2BR,1BA$1.14
2503 Hermitage Way, Unit # 12503 Hermitage Way2BR,1BA$1.05
10524 Watterson Trail, Unit Pena Building 1 BR10524 Watterson Trail1BR,1BA$1.17

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Outer East End, Louisville, KY

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Louisville. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Outer East End Neighborhood in Louisville, KY

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

11 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Outer East End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer East End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer East End is at Mallard Crossing at St. Matthews listed at $829.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East End Apartment is $829 at The Harper.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East End is starting from $881 at Station JTown.

What is the most affordable Outer East End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer East End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Station JTown and starts from $999.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!