
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $535 (27 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,026 | $725 | $1,275 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $827 | $1,495 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $769 | $723 | $909 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $889 | $869 | $919 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Louisville, KY is a 4 Beds unit found at Brexx at Louisville priced from $869. The Belknap Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brexx at Louisville | Stafford 4x4.5 | 4BR,4BA | $869 |
| The Belknap Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 315 W Lee St | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, KY
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.58 price per square foot 4x4 Model at The Nine in the in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood starting from $819. The second greatest value University apartment is the Birchmore 2x2 Model at Brexx at Louisville starting at $1,019 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nine | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Brexx at Louisville | Birchmore 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 1460 S 2nd St, Unit 3 | 1460 S 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Belknap Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Trifecta | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is The Belknap Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in University costs $909.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 24 regular apartments in University 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 University?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $792 which is $117 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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