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property at 513 S 20th St

$925

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513 S 20th St

LouisvilleKY40203

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property at 123 S 46th St

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123 S 46th St

LouisvilleKY40212

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West Russell, Louisville, KY Local Guide

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. Old Louisville - 1219 S 6th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable West Russell apartments for rent in Louisville, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Old Louisville - 1219 S 6th StS6th01Studio,1BA$795
Lofts on OrmsbyStudioStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Russell area is the $1.07 price per square foot 1436 S 3rd St Model at 1436 S 3rd St in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value West Russell apartment is the 2014 W Main St Model at 2014 W Main St, Unit 1F starting at $795 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Russell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1436 S 3rd St1436 S 3rd St2BR,2BA$1.07
2014 W Main St, Unit 1F2014 W Main St2BR,1BA$0.80
Jefferson Properties3bd Apartment3BR,1BA$1.17
Glassworks Lofts1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
2433 Slevin St, Unit 22433 Slevin St3BR,1BA$1.03
3149 Vermont Ave, Unit 43149 Vermont Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
200 N 18th St, Unit 200 N 18th St200 N 18th St2BR,1BA$1.01
2614 W Jefferson St, Unit 42614 W Jefferson St2BR,1BA$1.07
2431 Saint Xavier St, Unit 32431 Saint Xavier St1BR,1BA$1.04
3124 Vermont Ave, Unit 13124 Vermont Ave1BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Russell

What type of rentals are currently available in West Russell?

There are currently 391 Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $1,800. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Russell ranging from $675 to $2,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Russell?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Russell ranges from $675 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,200.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Russell?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Russell range from $750 to $1,535, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $715 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $910.

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