
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Mount Vernon, KY from $595 (52 Rentals)
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Eagle Creek Apartments

Arlington Greene

Katelyn Court Apartments

Betty Jane Apartments

Morrow Rentals

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East Ridge Apartments

386 Gibson Ln

Shawnee Trail Apartments

370 Ester Spur Rd
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Vines at Saddlebrook

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Ty Lane Apartments

Fry Estates Apartments

1040 Brandy Ln

The Racquet Club Apartments

Twin Lakes Apartments

Ashton on Main

Veridian Lexington

The Metropolitan
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Brandywine

The Resort Apartments

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Imperial Pointe

Meadowood Apartments

The Enclave Hartland

Legacy Lake Apartments

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Carriage Place Apartments

Forty57 Apartments

The W at Brannon

Parkside Heights
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MAA Pinnacle

The Avenue at Nicholasville

702 W Columbia St

Pebblecreek Crossing

Meadow Pointe Apartments

Century Lofts

33 Driftwood Cir

119 Lookout St

117 Lookout St

50 Driftwood Cir
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71 Driftwood Cir

450 Scaffold Cane Rd

Fairway Lane Apartments

1004 Whipporwill Dr

303 McDougal Ave

Oak Hill Apartments

219 Bourne Ave

Squire Mill Town Homes

145 Harvest Pk Dr

121 Elliott Dr
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Mount Vernon, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $595 | $2,191 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $715 | $5,950 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $850 | $3,555 |
| Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $935 | $925 | $946 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Vernon, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Katelyn Court Apartments priced from $695. Betty Jane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Betty Jane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Long Run Community - Income Restricted | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| East Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 386 Gibson Ln | 386 Gibson | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Shawnee Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Pebblecreek Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Fry Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Ty Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom (755sqft) | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, KY and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $1.22 price per square foot Claiborne Model at Park Place Apartments in the in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,765. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 2 BDR / 2BA Model at The Resort Apartments starting at $1,345 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartments | Claiborne | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Resort Apartments | 2 BDR / 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Imperial Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Fry Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Vines at Saddlebrook | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| East Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Ty Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom (755sqft) | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Long Run Community - Income Restricted | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pebblecreek Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment is $695 at Katelyn Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Vernon is starting from $715 at Long Run Community - Income Restricted.
What is the most affordable Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vines at Saddlebrook and starts from $935.
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