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Pet Friendly
Location
949 S Shelby St, Louisville, KY 40203, USA|Smoketown
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Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 650 sqft | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is perfectly situated within walking distance to some of Shelby Park’s best destinations, including Logan Street Market, Canary Club, Toasty's, and more! Enjoy the privacy of occupying the full front half of a house with no neighbors above or below you. Key features include: Fully fenced yard – great for pets. Fresh new carpet – ready for you to move in and make it your own. Enclosed sunporch – a charming spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Laundry - Washer and dryer in unit. Don’t miss out on this unique gem in Shelby Park. Contact us today to schedule your showing! |
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Amenities for 949 S Shelby St
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Central Air Conditioning |
| Central Heat | Fenced In Yard |
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stackable Washer & Dryer |
| Stove | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Enclosed Porch |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Walkable Neighborhood |
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Policies and fees
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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
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 949 S Shelby St
This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is perfectly situated within walking distance to some of Shelby Park’s best destinations, including Logan Street Market, Canary Club, Toasty's, and more! Enjoy the privacy of occupying the full front half of a house with no neighbors above or below you. Key features include: Fully fenced yard – great for pets. Fresh new carpet – ready for you to move in and make it your own. Enclosed sunporch – a charming spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Laundry - Washer and dryer in unit. Don’t miss out on this unique gem in Shelby Park. Contact us today to schedule your showing!
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 949 S Shelby St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Smoketown
1-bedroom apartments at 949 S Shelby St cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Smoketown.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Smoketown
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,025 |
| March 2024 | $1,032 |
| April 2024 | $1,099 |
| May 2024 | $1,086 |
| June 2024 | $1,101 |
| July 2024 | $1,136 |
| August 2024 | $1,125 |
| September 2024 | $1,117 |
| October 2024 | $1,118 |
| November 2024 | $1,114 |
| December 2024 | $1,097 |
| January 2025 | $1,089 |
| February 2025 | $1,088 |
| March 2025 | $1,026 |
| April 2025 | $1,028 |
| May 2025 | $1,050 |
| June 2025 | $1,058 |
| July 2025 | $1,069 |
| August 2025 | $1,075 |
| September 2025 | $1,092 |
| October 2025 | $1,057 |
| November 2025 | $1,072 |
| December 2025 | $1,075 |
| January 2026 | $1,059 |
| February 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,350 |
| March 2024 | $1,350 |
| April 2024 | $1,350 |
| May 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,350 |
| July 2024 | $1,350 |
| August 2024 | $1,350 |
| September 2024 | $1,337 |
| October 2024 | $1,220 |
| November 2024 | $1,350 |
| December 2024 | $1,328 |
| January 2025 | $1,350 |
| February 2025 | $1,350 |
| March 2025 | $1,350 |
| April 2025 | $1,350 |
| May 2025 | $1,350 |
| June 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $1,350 |
| August 2025 | $1,350 |
| September 2025 | $1,350 |
| October 2025 | $1,350 |
| November 2025 | $1,350 |
| December 2025 | $1,350 |
| January 2026 | $1,350 |
| February 2026 | $1,350 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near 949 S Shelby St
Dawson Orman Education Center
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
PKPublic
Pathfinder School of Innovation
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
K-12Public
C-
Shelby Academy
735 ziegler st
louisville, KY, 40217
K-5Public
C
Home of the Innocents Discovery
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
PK, K-12Public
Home of the Innocents School
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
K-12Public
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Getting around Louisville near 949 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 949 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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