
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Broadleaf Arms

4904 Saddlebrook Ln

The Chalet Village Apartment Community

Carpenter Apartments

West Louisville - 1836 Algonquin Pkwy

Jacob School Apartments 62+ Senior Living
Shively, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shively?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shively 1 Bedroom Apartments | $880 | $755 | $1,149 |
| Shively 2 Bedroom Apartments | $984 | $765 | $1,299 |
| Shively 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $1,139 | $1,499 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available Shively Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shively area of Louisville, KY is a 2 Beds unit found at The Crossings at Mill Creek priced from $569. Broadleaf Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $759. Here are the most affordable Shively apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossings at Mill Creek | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $569 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Kendall Arms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The San Jose Court Apartment Community | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Edwin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shively area is the $1.17 price per square foot C1-60BD Model at Riverport Landing Family Apartments in the in the Riverside Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,390. The second greatest value Shively apartment is the Townhomes Model at Nichols Meadows starting at $1,000 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Jacobs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shively apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverport Landing Family Apartments | C1-60BD | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Nichols Meadows | Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| By the Park | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Riverport Landings Senior | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Rosewood Manor | 2 Bed Townhome with Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| The San Jose Court Apartment Community | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1743 Sonne Ave, Unit Apt. #2 | 1743 Sonne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| The Crossings at Mill Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Kendall Arms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShively, Louisville, KY
Ranked #116
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Shively Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 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 Shively Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shively?
The cheapest apartment in Shively is Broadleaf Arms which is listed at $759, while the average apartment in Shively costs $1,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shively?
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 18 regular apartments in Shively 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 Shively?
Cheap apartments in Shively have an average cost of $337 which is $962 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shively.
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