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The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over
1244 S 4th StLouisville, KY 40203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Russell Neighborhood of Louisville, KY from $300 (16 Rentals)
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Gateway on Broadway
1405 W BroadwayLouisville, KY 40203
4116 W Broadway
LouisvilleKY40211
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1349 Olive St
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502 Belgravia Ct
LouisvilleKY40208
2130 Portland Ave
LouisvilleKY40212
4120 Garland Ave
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West Russell, Louisville, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Russell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Russell Studio Apartments | $796 | $200 | $1,015 |
| West Russell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $200 | $1,500 |
| West Russell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $542 | $1,850 |
| West Russell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $895 | $1,581 |
| West Russell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $850 | $1,289 |
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West Russell, Louisville, KY Local Guide
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Cheapest Available West Russell Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Russell area of Louisville, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here are the most affordable West Russell apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over | Studio | Studio,1BA | $200 |
| Gateway on Broadway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $542 |
| Lofts on Ormsby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Chapel House Senior Apartments - Age 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $776 |
| Jefferson Properties | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $917 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Russell area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2101 Saint Xavier St Model at 2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F in the in the Portland neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value West Russell apartment is the 1816 W Jefferson St Model at 1816 W Jefferson St, Unit 2 starting at $995 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Russell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2101 Saint Xavier St, Unit 1F | 2101 Saint Xavier St | 3BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| 1816 W Jefferson St, Unit 2 | 1816 W Jefferson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Gateway on Broadway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Jefferson Properties | 3bd apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Montgomery Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Beecher Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Glassworks Lofts | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1386 S 3rd St | 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 226 W Burnett Ave, Unit 218 | 226 W Burnett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 2433 Slevin St, Unit 4 | 2433 Slevin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Russell, Louisville, KY
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Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the West Russell Neighborhood in Louisville, KY
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Russell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Russell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Russell is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Russell?
The cheapest apartment in West Russell is Gateway on Broadway which is listed at $542, while the average apartment in West Russell costs $1,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Russell?
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 82 regular apartments in West Russell 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 West Russell?
Cheap apartments in West Russell have an average cost of $624 which is $601 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Russell.
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