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2317 Ratcliffe Ave

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Shively, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shively Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shively, KY is a Studio unit found at The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & Over in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood priced from $200. Gateway on Broadway in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $542. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shively apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Puritan Senior Living - 62 & OverStudioStudio,1BA$200
Gateway on BroadwayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$542
Crossings at Mill Creek2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$573
Lofts on OrmsbyStudioStudio,1BA$700
Southwood1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$749
Iroquois Green1 Bedroom - Garden Level1BR,1BA$755
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$764
Furlong Apartments2 Bedroom/1Bath2BR,1BA$825
Patriot Derby (FKA Vesta Derby Oaks)A11BR,1BA$850
Miller Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY and Nearby

As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shively area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View Model at Yugo Louisville Nine in the in the Downtown Louisville neighborhood starting from $729. The second greatest value Shively apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Gateway on Broadway starting at $542 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shively apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Louisville Nine4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic Pool View4BR,4BA$0.52
Gateway on BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.50
Pennacook Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
By the ParkTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Furlong Apartments2 Bedroom/1Bath2BR,1BA$0.92
The Province (KY)2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.01
Bradford Pointe Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
Derby Row | Student HousingThoroughbred2BR,2BA$1.05
Broadleaf ArmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.96
The San Jose Court Apartment CommunityOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shively

What type of rentals are currently available in Shively?

There are currently 756 Apartments for Rent in Shively, KY with pricing that ranges from $200 to $4,107. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shively ranging from $645 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shively?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shively ranges from $645 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,339.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shively?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shively range from $697 to $1,920, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $815 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $629.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY

Written by: Mike Heuer

Louisville, Kentucky, founded in 1778, has grown to be the largest city in Kentucky and is a terrific city situated right along the south bank of the Ohio River.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.