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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Modern fixtures
- Professionally managed
- Stainless appliances
- Private backyard
- New cabinets
- Wide plank flooring
Location
961 S Shelby St, Louisville, KY 40203, USA|Smoketown
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Property Overview
Featuring modern fixtures, a private backyard, and stainless appliances, the property stands out with its professional management and attractive wide plank flooring. It is ideal for pet lovers, with no breed restrictions and multiple nearby pet supply stores and parks. Additionally, a vibrant social scene is supported by a plethora of restaurants, theaters, and mixed-use spaces close by.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Dishwasher
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 961 S Shelby St, Smoketown
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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About 961 S Shelby St
$500 OFF Your First Full Month’s Rent — Apply Today! Come see this stylish, move-in ready 2 bed / 1 bath home with 1,142 sq ft of beautifully updated living space and a private backyard perfect for entertaining — all just a quarter-mile walk to Logan Street Market and Idlewild. Enjoy a spacious front porch, custom feature fireplace wall, wide plank flooring, modern fixtures, and great natural light. The dining room can double as a home office, and the updated eat-in kitchen features new cabinets, countertops, stainless appliances, and a deep farmhouse sink. The primary bedroom has a custom accent wall and great closet space, plus a fully remodeled bath and a comfortable second bedroom. Outside you’ll love two patio spaces and a private fenced backyard with plenty of room to relax or host. Modern style, prime location, and move-in ready — schedule your showing today! Professionally managed by Kentuckiana Property Management. The tenant is responsible for all utilities and lawn care. Must have a decent credit history. Total household income must meet or exceed 3x rent. No open/current bankruptcy or foreclosure or owe previous landlord or apartment community.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 961 S Shelby St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 236 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Smoketown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 40203 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Smoketown
2-bedroom apartments at 961 S Shelby St cost about 41% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Louisville.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Smoketown
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,187 |
| April 2024 | $1,274 |
| May 2024 | $1,313 |
| June 2024 | $1,300 |
| July 2024 | $1,289 |
| August 2024 | $1,254 |
| September 2024 | $1,252 |
| October 2024 | $1,219 |
| November 2024 | $1,250 |
| December 2024 | $1,249 |
| January 2025 | $1,212 |
| February 2025 | $1,247 |
| March 2025 | $1,180 |
| April 2025 | $1,181 |
| May 2025 | $1,200 |
| June 2025 | $1,200 |
| July 2025 | $1,204 |
| August 2025 | $1,200 |
| September 2025 | $1,201 |
| October 2025 | $1,201 |
| November 2025 | $1,206 |
| December 2025 | $1,250 |
| January 2026 | $1,250 |
| February 2026 | $1,250 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,200 |
| May 2025 | $1,100 |
| June 2025 | $1,100 |
| July 2025 | $1,099 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,800 |
Schools near 961 S Shelby St
Pathfinder School of Innovation
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
K-12Public
C-
Dawson Orman Education Center
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
PKPublic
Shelby Academy
735 ziegler st
louisville, KY, 40217
K-5Public
C
Home of the Innocents School
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
K-12Public
Home of the Innocents Discovery
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Louisville near 961 S Shelby St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 961 S Shelby St, Louisville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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