Cheap Homes for Rent in Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $600 (17 Rentals)

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Shively, Louisville, KY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossings at Mill Creek2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$569
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$759
Carpenter Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Kendall Arms1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Patriot Derby (FKA Vesta Derby Oaks)A11BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY

As of November 12, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverport Landing Family ApartmentsC1-60BD3BR,2BA$1.17
Nichols MeadowsTownhomes2BR,2BA$0.97
By the ParkTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Riverport Landings Senior2B1B2BR,1BA$1.02
Rosewood Manor2 Bed Townhome with Basement2BR,1.5BA$1.33
The San Jose Court Apartment CommunityOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.95
1743 Sonne Ave, Unit Apt. #21743 Sonne Ave2BR,1BA$0.97
The Crossings at Mill Creek1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Kendall Arms1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Shively, Louisville, KY

Ranked #121

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shively

What type of rentals are currently available in Shively?

There are currently 200 Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY with pricing that ranges from $755 to $1,499. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shively ranging from $695 to $2,035.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shively?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shively ranges from $695 to $2,035 with an average monthly rent of $1,316.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.