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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Pet friendly

Location

1261 State St, Bowling Green, KY 42101, USA
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Property Overview

1261 State Street is rated favorably overall, with strong marks for price, location, and amenities, plus a solid trustworthiness score. It offers hardwood floors, is pet friendly, and is described as a good fit for fitness and wellness, work-from-home needs, sustainability, pet access, and social life thanks to nearby parks, transit, cultural spots, restaurants, and services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1261 State Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1261 State Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathWithin walking distance to WKU Kitchen appliances included Hardwood flooring Water Utilities - Additional $30/month Utility Information: Bowling Green Municipal Utilities (BGMU) (Electric) Atmos Energy (Gas) Internet Information: AT&T Spectrum Security deposit amount is contingent upon application screening results and verification of credit, income, and rental history. The amount shown reflects the base deposit if all application requirements are met without factors that would require an increased deposit.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bathWithin walking distance to WKU Bowling Green Independent Schools Kitchen appliances included Hardwood and carpet flooring Exposed brick wall Dormer windows Fireplace in living room
4BR/1.0BA4 bed1 bath

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Amenities for 1261 State Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Exterior Pest Control
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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Water Sewer Fee

Monthly.

$30

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

Building details

Property details

Units4
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About 1261 State Street

HomeApartments in Bowling Green 1261 State Street

Pet Friendly Hardwood Floors Security deposit amount is contingent upon application screening results and verification of credit, income, and rental history. The amount shown reflects the base deposit if all application requirements are met without factors that would require an increased deposit.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1261 State Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1261 State Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1261 State Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1261 State Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1261 State Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1261 State Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1261 State Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1261 State Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1261 State Street is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 14 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Wellness

  • 16 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 31 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 6 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • Communal green spaces or garden

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 1261 State Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Bowling Green

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Bowling Green
A table of studio rental data trends in Bowling Green
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$3,775
September 2024$3,428
October 2024$3,500
November 2024$3,350
December 2024$3,275
January 2025$2,975
February 2025$2,712
March 2025$2,444
April 2025$1,712
May 2025$1,724
June 2025$1,535
July 2025$1,777
August 2025$1,539
September 2025$1,580
October 2025$1,713
November 2025$2,409
December 2025$2,686
January 2026$1,771
February 2026$1,585
March 2026$625
April 2026$615
May 2026$615
June 2026$615
July 2026$615

Schools near 1261 State Street

T.C. Cherry Elementary School

1001 liberty ave

bowling green, KY, 42104

PK, K-5Public
B

Jackson Academy

877 jackson academy st

bowling green, KY, 42101

3-12Public

Jennings Creek Elementary School

2617 russellville rd

bowling green, KY, 42101

PK, K-6Public
C+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Bowling Green near 1261 State St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 1261 State St, Bowling Green

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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