
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Shively Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $600 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Shively?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shively 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,102 | $850 | $1,350 |
| Shively 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,497 | $832 | $2,300 |
| Shively 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,141 | $1,620 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 8 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 1 Bed unit found at Broadleaf Arms priced from $749. 4915-4919 Saddlebrook Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Shively apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| 4915-4919 Saddlebrook Ln | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Iroquois Green | 1 Bedroom - Garden Level | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shively area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Crossings at Mill Creek in the in the Jacobs neighborhood starting from $1,257. The second greatest value Shively apartment is the B1 Model at Riverport Landing Family Apartments starting at $1,186 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Riverside Gardens 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossings at Mill Creek | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Riverport Landing Family Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| By the Park | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Bradford Pointe Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 4700 Walnut Grove Ave, Unit 1 | 4700 Walnut Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Furlong Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The San Jose Court Apartment Community | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 4902 Saddlebrook Ln | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1625 Brick Kiln Ln, Unit 3 or 4 | 1625 Brick Kiln Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shively
What type of rentals are currently available in Shively?
There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY with pricing that ranges from $682 to $1,970. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shively ranging from $645 to $3,000.
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 $645 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,402.
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