5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Spacious bedroom
- Large living room
- Onsite free laundry
- Central air
Location
1388 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40208, USA|Old Louisville
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Property Overview
1388 S 2nd is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 for price and strong scores for location, amenities, quality, and trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy a spacious bedroom, large living room, central air, and onsite free laundry, along with strong value for money and good pet-friendliness thanks to nearby pet services and a dog park.
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
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 423+ sqft | $755–$800 /mo | 2 units available | One bedroom apartment just blocks from U of L. This apartment was recently updated with new carpet and paint throughout. There's also Central Air for your enjoyment. The bedroom is very spacious and has a large living room. There's plenty of natural sunlight beaming through. Minutes from Downtown, Central Park and restaurants Tenants have access to onsite free laundry Small Dogs and service animals are acceptable. Please note this is a non-smoking property. |
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Amenities for 1388 S 2nd
Apartment Amenities
| Stove & Fridge |
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
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 7 |
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About 1388 S 2nd
One bedroom apartment just blocks from U of L. This apartment was recently updated with new carpet and paint throughout. There's also Central Air for your enjoyment. The bedroom is very spacious and has a large living room. There's plenty of natural sunlight beaming through. Minutes from Downtown, Central Park and restaurants Tenants have access to onsite free laundry Small Dogs and service animals are acceptable. Please note this is a non-smoking 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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1388 S 2nd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1388 S 2nd 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·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.
1388 S 2nd 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, 1388 S 2nd 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.
1388 S 2nd 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1388 S 2nd to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
1388 S 2nd 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 1388 S 2nd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Old Louisville
1-bedroom apartments at 1388 S 2nd cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Old Louisville.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Old Louisville
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $816 |
| 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 | $899 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $749 |
| 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 | $819 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1388 S 2nd St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$30,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $755.
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Schools near 1388 S 2nd
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
Wheatley Elementary School
1107 south 17th st
louisville, KY, 40210
K-5Public
C-
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 1388 S 2nd 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
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1388 S 2nd St, Louisville
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 1388 S 2nd St
5 Brothers Grocery & Smokeshop
1159 S 4th St
Oak Street Food Mart
329 E Oak St
4 Point Grocery
1035 S 3rd St
Jordan Food Mart of Louisville
1203 W Hill St
Neighborhood Food Mart Inc
542 Lampton St
Turnaround Clothing LLC
1501 Bellamy Pl
Luxurious Leather Seating
1900 S Floyd St
St Vincent de Paul Society
1015 S Preston St
Lowmain Boutique LLC
1001 Logan St
Hong's Oriental Costumery
2206 James Guthrie Ct
Prince Hookah of Louisville
1489 S 4th St
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
305 W Cardinal Blvd
Starbucks
2100 S Floyd St
Starbucks
2301 S 3rd St
Good Folks Coffee Co
1151 S Shelby St
Magnolia Bar & Grill
1398 S 2nd St
Prince Hookah of Louisville
1489 S 4th St
610 Magnolia
610 W Magnolia Ave
Old Louisville Brewery
625 W Magnolia Ave
Qdoba Mexican Eats
1832 S 3rd St
The Toonerville Deli
1201 S 1st St
Cakes Cocos
501 W Oak St
Einstein Bros Bagels
2100 S Floyd St
Louisville Vegan Jerky Co LLC
1311 S Shelby St
Nord's Bakery
2118 S Preston St
Central Park
Park
Toonerville Trolley Park
Old Louisville Dog Run
Playground
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
1397 S 2nd St
Pizza Donisi
1396 S 2nd St
Burger Girl Diner Inc
1450 S Brook St
The Burger Boy Restaurant
1450 S Brook St
La Casita Center Inc
223 E Magnolia Ave
S 2nd / W Magnolia
UPS U of L Shuttle, Second Street
S 1st / W Magnolia
Second Street, UPS U of L Shuttle
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UPS U of L Shuttle, Second Street
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