
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $695 (24 Rentals)


Whispering Hills Apartments

Whispering Hills Apartments Southeast

Maplewood

Park At Hurstbourne

Cumberland Apartments

Breckinridge Park Apartments

Preston Oaks
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Vines at Stony Brook

Pebble Creek

Applegate Farm Apartments

Falcon Crest Apartments

Markwell Village

Eric Court Apartments

Westminster Apartments

Cedar Springs Apartments
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Tymberwood Trace

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Valore At The Maples

Flats at Bardstown

Forsythia Court Apartments

Hillview Woods Apartments

Hurstbourne Senior Apartments

Dunwoody Court
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South Side, Louisville, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $807 | $650 | $900 |
South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $695 | $1,632 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $835 | $2,339 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $965 | $3,007 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,400 | $1,899 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Louisville, KY
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Side is under $894.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Side is Cumberland Apartments which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in South Side costs $1,549.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Side?
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 26 regular apartments in South Side 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 Side?
Cheap apartments in South Side have an average cost of $163 which is $1,386 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Side.
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.
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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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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.

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.