
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Smoketown Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $652 (56 Rentals)


200 N 18th St

Total Monthly Price
200 N 18th St, Unit 200 N 18th St

1361 S Brook St

1507 W Jefferson St

The Cornerstone

Cardinal Village Apartments

Crescent Centre Apartments & Townhomes

Beecher Family

A Little Holiday Wish Come True: No rent until January!
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Cathedral Commons

216 W Burnett Ave, Unit 226B

216 W Burnett Ave, Unit 226B

513 E Ormsby Ave

2333 Rodman St

119 E Oak St

800 Towers Apartments

Poplar Terrace

Flats on Fifth

Total Monthly Price
535 E Kentucky St, Unit 1F
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1009 Everett Ave

570 Lilly Ave

The St. Francis Apartments

Painters Row

Artspace Lofts

Total Monthly Price
1461 S 1st St, Unit Apt 2

Gateway on Broadway

Old Louisville - 1500 S 2nd St

1438 S 7th St

1870 Frankfort Ave
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1337 S 4th St

624 W Saint Catherine St

The Bordeaux

Schiller Terrace

1386 S 3rd St

747 S 5th St

Wellesley Townhouses

1612 W Market St

Beecher Terrace Phase II (0680)

Cavalier Apartments
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1438 Lillian Ave

112 N 18th St

Urban Flats

409 W Gaulbert Ave

409 W Gaulbert Ave

Central Park Lofts

1607 Lucia Ave #5

1629 S 4th St

1161 Lincoln Ave

1321 Rufer Ave
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Smoketown, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smoketown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoketown Studio Apartments | $1,096 | $200 | $3,228 |
| Smoketown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $200 | $3,464 |
Smoketown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $652 | $4,607 |
| Smoketown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $950 | $5,606 |
| Smoketown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,315 | $649 | $8,229 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smoketown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Smoketown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Smoketown is under $861.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Smoketown?
The cheapest apartment in Smoketown is The Cornerstone which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Smoketown costs $1,623.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Smoketown?
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 51 regular apartments in Smoketown 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 Smoketown?
Cheap apartments in Smoketown have an average cost of $559 which is $1,064 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Smoketown.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY
Written by: Mike Heuer
Louisville, Kentucky, founded in 1778, has grown to be the largest city in Kentucky and is a terrific city situated right along the south bank of the Ohio River.

The Official Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Louisville for College Renters
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Mint Juleps and Mile-Saving Commutes: Finding Quality Louisville Apartments Near Major Employers
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Kentucky is a business-friendly commonwealth, and Louisville is its largest city. It also is home to many great employers who pay well, and their workers have lots of great choices in neighborhoods to rent great apartments.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.