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506 E 20th St

734 Walnut St

5492 Red Mile Loop

2504 Veach Rd

327 Lucas Ave

3026 Saint Ann St
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439 7th St

123 W 18th St

4152 Bell Rd

1926 E 19th St

1526 Walnut St

317 E 20th St

2170 N Stratford Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Owensboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,224 | $895 | $1,475 |
| Owensboro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,756 | $899 | $2,800 |
| Owensboro 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Owensboro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Owensboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Owensboro, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Legion Park & Heartwood Court Apartments priced from $750. Ambassador Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Owensboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legion Park & Heartwood Court Apartments | Legion 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Ambassador Villas | Ambassador 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| East Meadows Apartment Homes | East Meadows - 2/2 - 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1,285 |
| Royal Arms of Owensboro | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,330 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Owensboro, KY
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Owensboro area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Royal Arms of Owensboro in the starting from $1,330. The second greatest value Owensboro apartment is the East Meadows - 2/2 - 2nd Floor Model at East Meadows Apartment Homes starting at $1,285 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Owensboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Arms of Owensboro | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| East Meadows Apartment Homes | East Meadows - 2/2 - 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 901 Peppertree Ln, Unit 8 | 901 Peppertree Ln | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 4116 Benttree Dr, Unit C | 4116 Benttree Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 2700 Castlewood Pl, Unit A | 2700 Castlewood Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ambassador Villas | Ambassador 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 3301 W 2nd St, Unit 7 | 3301 W 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Legion Park & Heartwood Court Apartments | Legion 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 715 Princeton Pky, Unit 715 Princeton Pkwy | 715 Princeton Pky | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Owensboro?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Owensboro, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $1,720. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Owensboro ranging from $800 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Owensboro?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Owensboro ranges from $800 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,557.
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