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Cheap Houses for Rent in Louisville, KY

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  • 534 Dr WJ Hodge Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1 day ago

    534 Dr WJ Hodge Street, Louisville, KY 40212
    2 BEDS $895
  • 910 South 44Th Street 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1 day ago

    910 South 44Th Street, Louisville, KY 40211
    3 BEDS $1,150
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a sink
    63
    Today

    3320 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40218
    1 BED $800
  • A red brick house with a white door and a small porch.
    1 day ago

    2127 Wilson Avenue, Louisville, KY 40210
    2 BEDS $995
  • a living room with wood floors and a ceiling fan
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    2408 Slevin Street, Louisville, KY 40212
    2 BEDS $1,000
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  • A white house with a black door and a small porch.
    1 day ago

    2801 Conestoga Ave, Louisville, KY 40210
    2 BEDS $995
  • 400 North 20Th Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    400 North 20Th Street, Louisville, KY 40203
    2 BEDS $1,000

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Louisville, KY rent trends

Rental prices in Louisville, KY have increased by 0.99% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,305 to $1,317.

Check out the average rent prices in Louisville by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Louisville, KY is $1,317.

Average rent in Louisville, KY

$1,317/mo Louisville, KY average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Louisville, KY is $1,317.

    What's the typical rent budget in Louisville, KY?

    About 20% of apartment rents in Louisville, KY range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 4% of apartments. Around 56% of Louisville’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 19% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Louisville are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 1% of apartment rentals in Louisville in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Louisville, KY (56%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Louisville, KY

    17 /100
    Car-Dependent
    35 /100
    Some Transit
    38 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 17, Transit Score®: 35, Bike Score®: 38

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Louisville, KY?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $545 and $3,300.

    How many houses are available in Louisville, KY on RentCafe?

    There are 57 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Louisville, KY were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Louisville, KY?

    The average Louisville, KY rental house size is 721 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Louisville, KY?

    Renting a house in Louisville, KY comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Louisville, KY?

    Houses for rent in Louisville, KY are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Louisville, KY

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 43 homes for rent in Louisville, KY. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Louisville, KY for rental homes start at $450. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $3,300 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 43 houses listed in Louisville, KY, with prices ranging from $450 to $3,300 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!