
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, KY from $700 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Shelby County.


Hi-Point Apartments

Brook Haven Townhomes

Windhurst Park Apartments

Shelby Oaks Apartments

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Shelby County, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $850 | $1,175 |
| Shelby County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $1,025 | $1,533 |
| Shelby County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $1,295 | $1,695 |
| Shelby County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,730 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Shelby County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby County, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Windhurst Park Apartments priced from $910. Moesser House 55 & Up has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,053. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windhurst Park Apartments | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Moesser House 55 & Up | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,053 |
| Marian Village Apartments | 2/1.5 Townhome Center | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Brook Haven Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Hi-Point Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, KY
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Brook Haven Townhomes in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Shelby Oaks Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.10 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Haven Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Shelby Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Marian Village Apartments | 2/1.5 Porch Wrapped | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Windhurst Park Apartments | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Moesser House 55 & Up | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Hi-Point Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shelby County?
The cheapest apartment in Shelby County is Windhurst Park Apartments which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in Shelby County costs $10,730.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shelby County?
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 9 regular apartments in Shelby County 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 Shelby County?
Cheap apartments in Shelby County have an average cost of $389 which is $10,341 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shelby County.
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