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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Gateway on BroadwayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$542
Jefferson Properties2bd apartment2BR,1BA$919
Beecher Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom*1BR,1BA$970
Glassworks Lofts1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,018
Beecher Terrace Phase II (0680)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,068

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY

As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Russell area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1445 S 3rd St Model at 1445 S 3rd St, Unit 7 in the in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value West Russell apartment is the 1445 S 3rd St Model at 1445 S 3rd St, Unit Upper Level starting at $2,700 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill 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.
1445 S 3rd St, Unit 71445 S 3rd St6BR,3BA$1.05
1445 S 3rd St, Unit Upper Level1445 S 3rd St3BR,1BA$1.35
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
1445 S 3rd St3x13BR,1BA$0.55
Jefferson Properties3bd apartment3BR,1BA$1.45
Glassworks Lofts1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
226 W Burnett Ave, Unit 218226 W Burnett Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
2433 Slevin St, Unit 42433 Slevin St2BR,1BA$1.05
3149 Vermont Ave, Unit 33149 Vermont Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
Beecher Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom*1BR,1BA$1.59

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Russell

What type of rentals are currently available in West Russell?

There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in West Russell, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $4,200. There are also 147 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Russell ranging from $695 to $1,995.

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 $695 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,307.

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 $550 to $2,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $1,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $910 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $895.

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