Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Louisville, KY
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Louisville rent stands today
Louisville, KY rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,239/month. Month over month, rents increased 3.0%, showing recent upward movement in the market despite minimal change from last year.
Compared to national trends
Louisville is 36.1% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market for renters seeking value. The city has 901 total rentals available, providing a moderate inventory.
Price ranges
Studios in Louisville rent for $890/month, 1-bedrooms for $999/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,180/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,500/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,902/month. The median rent for 1-bed and 2-bed units reflects what most renters pay, with 1-bedrooms at $999/month and 2-bedrooms at $1,180/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Louisville
$1,239/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Louisville is $1,239 per month as of August 2026. This is 36% below the national average rent, or $701 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Louisville
901
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Louisville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Louisville, KY
Average rent prices in Louisville have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Louisville, KY
Rent prices in Louisville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Louisville is $1,102, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Louisville run $1,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,199.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $890 |  2% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $999 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,180 | 2% |  2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | 2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,902 | 1% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Butchertown | $1,369 | |
Central Business District | $1,148 | |
Clifton Heights | $1,050 | |
Newburg | $995 | |
Okolona | $1,312 | |
Old Louisville | $895 | |
Portland | $950 | |
Russell | $935 | |
Shawnee | $1,085 | |
Valley Station | $1,352 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,102 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,300 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,500 | 4% | No Change | |
Rooms | $800 | 3% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$890
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,180
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,902
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Old Louisville
Average rent
$895
Central Business District
Average rent
$1,148
Valley Station
Average rent
$1,352
Butchertown
Average rent
$1,369
Clifton Heights
Average rent
$1,050
Okolona
Average rent
$1,312
Portland
Average rent
$950
Shawnee
Average rent
$1,085
Russell
Average rent
$935
Newburg
Average rent
$995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,102
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Louisville, KY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Louisville, KY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Louisville and Audubon Park by all bedroom counts and property types.
Louisville
36%lower than the national median
47%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Louisville, KY is 21% higher than the median rent in Audubon Park, KY.
Average rent in nearby cities
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55%$1,043
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5%$1,599
44%$1,274
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6%$1,172
3%$1,050
7%$1,100
$899
20%$937
Cost of living in Louisville, KY
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | No difference |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 26% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Louisville, KY
5d+ ago
Park Hill apartment for rent in Louisville
1309 Dixie Hwy #4, Louisville, KY 40210
1 bed
2 baths
$500
Apartment for rent
2d ago
625 S 10th St, Louisville, KY 40203
1–4 beds
1–3 baths
$527–$1,887
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
1601 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203
2 beds
1 bath
$544
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2929 Magazine St, Louisville, KY 40211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$593–$1,507
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
633 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$3,111–$7,058
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$9,220
$6,719
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16707 Bisley Pl #NA, Louisville, KY 40245
4 beds
4 baths
$5,995
House for rent
Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$6,777
$5,832
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
105 Fenley Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$960–$1,334
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 28
1d ago
Verified
10001 Blue Lick Road, Louisville, KY 40229
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$879–$1,218
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 2
1d ago
Verified
1014 Jefferson View Way, Louisville, KY 40219
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,041–$1,442
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
1d ago
Verified
4305 Donerail Run Drive, Louisville, KY 40299
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$949–$1,450
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
1d ago
Verified
1014 Jefferson View Way, Louisville, KY 40219
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,041–$1,442
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
1d ago
Verified
10001 Blue Lick Road, Louisville, KY 40229
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$879–$1,218
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 2
7h ago
Verified
11000 Indian Legends Dr, Louisville, KY 40241
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,192–$2,992
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
11507 Maple Brook Dr, Louisville, KY 40241
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,230–$3,121
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
433 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40202
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$902–$945
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 4
5d+ ago
Verified
2009 Crums Ln, Louisville, KY 40216
2 beds
1 bath
$993
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Verified
105 Fenley Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$960–$1,334
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 28
1d ago
Verified
10001 Blue Lick Road, Louisville, KY 40229
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$879–$1,057
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 2
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Frequently asked questions for Louisville, KY
Quick answers to common questions about the Louisville rental market.
How much is rent in Louisville?
The average rent in Louisville is $1,239 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Louisville?
Average rent prices in Louisville have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Louisville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Louisville is 36% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $701 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Louisville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Louisville are Old Louisville ($895/mo), Russell ($935/mo), and Portland ($950/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Louisville?
To comfortably afford rent in Louisville, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Louisville?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Louisville average around $1,010/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,190/month, both down from last year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).