
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Thelma, KY from $400 (57 Rentals)
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1510 7th Ave

University Suites

The Place at Slate Creek

McGinnis Properties

Riverside Landing

Barnett Commons

Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)

Lynwood Ter

Garden Park Apartments
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Southmoor Hills

Breck Gardens

Buffington Apartments

Top Notch Townhomes & Storage

Royal Oaks at Pea Ridge

Providence Hill Apartments

Townhomes & Flats at MSU

Hidden Brook Apartments & Townhomes
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1439 6th Avenue

SABLE POINT

Country Club Village Apartments

Country Club Apartments

6 Riddle Mobile Home Park

9 Riddle MHP

Emerald Gardens

The Prichard

Imperial Lofts

1429 3rd Ave
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4547-4535 Piedmont Rd

518 9th Ave

Mary Lane Estates

Victory Place

Maury Village Apartments

Hickory Way Apartments

607 20th St

4 Circle Dr

1515 Walnut St

Main Street Apartments
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(Transitioned) Westmoreland

Greentree Apartments

The Cloister

80 Township Rd 1118

506 2nd St

264 Tackett's Branch Rd

Oakbrook

1020 Church St

6187 Rosalind Rd

3348 8th Street Rd
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Thelma, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thelma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thelma Studio Apartments | $942 | $750 | $1,400 |
| Thelma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $600 | $3,150 |
| Thelma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $640 | $3,102 |
| Thelma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $850 | $2,350 |
| Thelma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $1,284 | $1,284 |
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Cheapest Available Thelma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thelma, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Fort Gay Apartments in the Wayne County neighborhood priced from $600. The Place at Slate Creek 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 Thelma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lynwood Ter | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| (Transitioned) Westmoreland | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Herd Flats - Campus Housing | Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Southmoor Hills | Garden Type F | 1BR,1BA | $832 |
| Brook Side Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thelma, KY and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thelma area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties in the starting from $700. The second greatest value Thelma apartment is the 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Teays Valley Hurricane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thelma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.46 |
| 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Presidio | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment with Single C... | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Buffington Apartments | BUFFINGTON | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Brook Side Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Marshall Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thelma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thelma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thelma is at Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thelma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thelma Apartment is $600 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thelma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thelma is starting from $640 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Thelma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thelma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southmoor Hills and starts from $1,149.
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