Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Louisville Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $400 (77 Rentals)

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$850 - $1,050

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6983 Dixie Hwy

LouisvilleKY40258

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Feyhurst Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Feyhurst Apartments

7417 Feyhurst DrLouisville, KY 40258
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Douglas Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Park Apartments

401 Douglas ParkLouisville, KY 40214
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Bridlewood Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridlewood Crossing

7945 3rd Street RdLouisville, KY 40214
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Greenwood Place Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenwood Place Apartments

7500 Greenwood Place CirLouisville, KY 40258
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Glen Hollow Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Hollow Apartments

800 Glen Hollow DrLouisville, KY 40214
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South Louisville, Louisville, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Louisville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Louisville area of Louisville, KY is a 2 Beds unit found at The Crossings at Mill Creek priced from $569. Bridlewood Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable South Louisville apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossings at Mill Creek2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$569
Bridlewood Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$690
Southwood1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$699
Parkridge Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Miller Manor ApartmentsNew Years 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$815
Heritage Green ApartmentsThe Single1BR,1BA$829
Preston OaksThoroughbred2BR,1BA$849
The San Jose Court Apartment CommunityOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$875
The Edwin1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Louisville, KY

As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Louisville area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Landing in the in the South Louisville neighborhood starting from $1,159. The second greatest value South Louisville apartment is the Townhome w/o fireplace Model at Auburn Place Town And Garden Homes starting at $1,075 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the South Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Louisville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Landing2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
Auburn Place Town And Garden HomesTownhome w/o fireplace2BR,1.5BA$1.02
Finish Line ApartmentsThe Paddock2BR,2BA$0.87
5600 Chariot Run Dr, Unit Chariot Run Apts5600 Chariot Run Dr2BR,2BA$1.07
1900 -1905 Safe Harbor Cir, Unit Safe Harbor Apartments1900 -1905 Safe Harbor Cir2BR,1BA$1.03
Newberry ParcTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
Pennacook Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
4700 Walnut Grove Ave, Unit 34700 Walnut Grove Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
Maple Run ApartmentsMaple Run | 2b/1ba2BR,1BA$1.07
Bridlewood Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97

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South Louisville, Louisville, KY

Ranked #23

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest 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 proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Louisville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Louisville?

The cheapest apartment in South Louisville is Bridlewood Crossing which is listed at $690, while the average apartment in South Louisville costs $1,404.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Louisville?

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 14 regular apartments in South Louisville 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 South Louisville?

Cheap apartments in South Louisville have an average cost of $165 which is $1,239 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Louisville.

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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.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.