5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Stainless steel appliances
- Galley kitchen
- Updated bathroom
- No smoking
Location
1511 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY 40208, USA|Old Louisville
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Property Overview
1511 S. 3rd is a highly rated rental with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6/10, featuring excellent price value (10/10), strong amenities and location (9/10 each), and solid trustworthiness (8/10). Residents benefit from updated finishes like stainless steel appliances, a galley kitchen, an updated bathroom, and a no-smoking policy, along with close proximity to top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools and a value per square foot in the 76.67th percentile for the area.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 784 sqft | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | This apartment is in a beautifully restored building in Old Louisville with stainless steel appliances and an updated bathroom. It has an eat-in area next to the galley kitchen. Plenty of natural light. Walking distance to U of L. Small dogs (breed and weight restriction), cats and service animals accepted Please note there is no smoking anywhere on the property |
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Amenities for 1511 S. 3rd
Apartment Amenities
| Stove & Fridge |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 1511 S. 3rd
This apartment is in a beautifully restored building in Old Louisville with stainless steel appliances and an updated bathroom. It has an eat-in area next to the galley kitchen. Plenty of natural light. Walking distance to U of L. Small dogs (breed and weight restriction), cats and service animals accepted Please note there is no smoking anywhere on the property
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1511 S. 3rd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1511 S. 3rd has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A 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.
1511 S. 3rd stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
1511 S. 3rd goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including stove & fridge. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1511 S. 3rd receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1511 S. 3rd 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 1511 S. 3rd does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
1511 S. 3rd is great for:
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 1511 S. 3rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 134 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Old Louisville
1-bedroom apartments at 1511 S. 3rd cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Old Louisville.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Old Louisville
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $750 |
| June 2024 | $789 |
| July 2024 | $859 |
| August 2024 | $877 |
| September 2024 | $818 |
| October 2024 | $806 |
| November 2024 | $879 |
| December 2024 | $884 |
| January 2025 | $918 |
| February 2025 | $904 |
| March 2025 | $891 |
| April 2025 | $893 |
| May 2025 | $898 |
| June 2025 | $867 |
| July 2025 | $874 |
| August 2025 | $875 |
| September 2025 | $907 |
| October 2025 | $929 |
| November 2025 | $935 |
| December 2025 | $964 |
| January 2026 | $971 |
| February 2026 | $933 |
| March 2026 | $913 |
| April 2026 | $915 |
| May 2026 | $900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $638 |
| June 2024 | $721 |
| July 2024 | $735 |
| August 2024 | $811 |
| September 2024 | $649 |
| October 2024 | $637 |
| November 2024 | $708 |
| December 2024 | $705 |
| January 2025 | $746 |
| February 2025 | $810 |
| March 2025 | $745 |
| April 2025 | $724 |
| May 2025 | $745 |
| June 2025 | $749 |
| July 2025 | $759 |
| August 2025 | $764 |
| September 2025 | $721 |
| October 2025 | $724 |
| November 2025 | $801 |
| December 2025 | $825 |
| January 2026 | $787 |
| February 2026 | $764 |
| March 2026 | $775 |
| April 2026 | $777 |
| May 2026 | $830 |
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Can I afford to live at 1511 S 3rd St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1511 S. 3rd
Cochran Elementary School
500 west gaulbert ave
louisville, KY, 40208
K-5Public
C
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
Churchill Park School
435 boxley ave
louisville, KY, 40209
PK, 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 1511 S 3rd St
Walking
6/10
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1511 S 3rd St, Louisville
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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