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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Welcoming atmosphere
  • Pet park
  • Spacious layouts
  • Stylish finishes
  • Pickleball courts

Location

851 Fields Dr, Bowling Green, KY 42104, USA
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(270) 770-4494 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Ariel offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a 9 for location. It features spacious layouts, stylish finishes, a state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball courts, and a pet park, while also standing out for its welcoming atmosphere and nearby walkable public spaces.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Ariel is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ariel 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
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3 Bed 3 Bath3 bed3 bath1,188 sqft$1,429 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Ariel

Apartment Amenities

Fully Renovated UnitWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Center
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePet Park
Pickleball CourtPicnic Area
Swimming Pool
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Ariel

HomeApartments in Bowling Green The Ariel

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern living at The Ariel. Ideally located in Bowling Green, just minutes from premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and only two miles from Western Kentucky University, The Ariel places everything you need right at your doorstep. Our beautifully renovated two and three-bedroom apartment homes offer spacious layouts, stylish finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere designed to help you feel right at home. Exciting community enhancements are underway, including a brand-new clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball courts, and a pet park. Don't miss your opportunity to experience all that The Ariel has to offer - your new home is waiting!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Ariel is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ariel 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 The Ariel
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.
The Ariel 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·10A 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.
The Ariel stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Ariel 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 The Ariel 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.
The Ariel 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.

The Ariel is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 The Ariel compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Bowling Green

3-bedroom apartments at The Ariel cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Bowling Green
A table of studio rental data trends in Bowling Green
MonthMedian Rent
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
August 2026$586

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,160 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,429.
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Schools near The Ariel

Jennings Creek Elementary School

2617 russellville rd

bowling green, KY, 42101

PK, K-6Public
C+

Natcher Elementary School

1434 cave mill rd

bowling green, KY, 42104

PK, K-6Public
B+

Jackson Academy

877 jackson academy st

bowling green, KY, 42101

3-12Public
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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 851 Fields Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 851 Fields Dr, Bowling Green

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

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