Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Louisville, KY
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Louisville rent stands today
Louisville, KY rent rose 2.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,250/month. Renters today are paying $25 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Louisville is 34.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value in a mid-tier metro with 981 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Louisville run around $850/month, 1-bedrooms around $995/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,200/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,499/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $1,995/month. Studios make up 3.3% of rentals, and 4+ bedrooms account for 9.1% of inventory.
Neighborhood spotlight
The Brownsboro Zorn neighborhood saw rents decline by 62.2% year over year to $1,114/month. This steep drop contrasts with the modest 2.0% citywide rent increase in Louisville, KY.
Median rent
Median rent in Louisville
$1,250/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Louisville is $1,250 per month as of October 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $650 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Louisville
981
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Louisville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Louisville, KY
Average rent prices in Louisville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% 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 $1,119, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Louisville run $998 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $850 |  1% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,200 | 1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,499 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Butchertown | $1,360 | |
Central Business District | $1,150 | |
Clifton Heights | $1,100 | |
Fern Creek | $1,415 | |
Old Louisville | $879 | |
Pleasure Ridge Park | $1,298 | |
Portland | $950 | |
Russell | $925 | |
Shawnee | $1,139 | |
Valley Station | $1,370 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,119 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $1,295 | No Change | 2% | |
Houses | $1,500 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $749 | 15% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,499
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
Old Louisville
Average rent
$879
Central Business District
Average rent
$1,150
Butchertown
Average rent
$1,360
Shawnee
Average rent
$1,139
Russell
Average rent
$925
Clifton Heights
Average rent
$1,100
Valley Station
Average rent
$1,370
Pleasure Ridge Park
Average rent
$1,298
Portland
Average rent
$950
Fern Creek
Average rent
$1,415
Apartments
Average rent
$1,119
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last year
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$749
Last 30 days
15%
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
34%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Louisville, KY is equal to the median rent in Audubon Park, KY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,249
$1,125
1%$1,759
13%$1,145
24%$1,628
7%$1,158
$1,500
4%$1,079
17%$1,100
7%$1,628
9%$1,050
31%$1,050
14%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 | 1% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 10% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Louisville, KY
1d ago
Verified
715 E Gray Street, Louisville, KY 40202
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$494–$1,507
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
625 S 10th St, Louisville, KY 40203
1–4 beds
1–3 baths
$527–$1,980
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
21h ago
1601 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203
2 beds
1 bath
$544
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
610 S 29th St, Louisville, KY 40211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$593–$1,507
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$8,125
Price dropped $165Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16707 Bisley Pl #NA, Louisville, KY 40245
4 beds
4 baths
$4,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Aug 12
1d ago
Verified
633 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,210–$4,115
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Louisville
10505 Holly Berry Dr, Louisville, KY 40299
5 beds
3.5 baths
$3,980
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3d ago
Verified
3130 Saint Anthony Gardens Dr, Louisville, KY 40214
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$989–$1,189
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
105 Fenley Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$973–$1,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 28
2d ago
Verified
1235 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY 40203
1 bed
1 bath
$780–$1,259
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
2d ago
Verified
1014 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40203
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$375–$975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 25
1d ago
Verified
10001 Blue Lick Road, Louisville, KY 40229
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$879–$1,218
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
1h ago
Verified
11000 Indian Legends Dr, Louisville, KY 40241
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,201–$4,041
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
11507 Maple Brook Dr, Louisville, KY 40241
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$901–$3,511
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2009 Crums Ln, Louisville, KY 40216
2 beds
1 bath
$993
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 25
3d ago
Verified
433 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40202
1 bed
1 bath
$945
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1244 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40203
2–3 beds
1 bath
$919–$1,059
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 3
2d ago
Verified
13730 Poplar Leaf Way, Louisville, KY 40223
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$907–$1,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 6
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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 $1,250 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Louisville?
Average rent prices in Louisville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Louisville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Louisville is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $650 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Louisville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Louisville are Old Louisville ($879/mo), Russell ($925/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?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Louisville, with the lowest seasonal rents and reduced competition from other renters. September sees the highest rents, with about a 2.5% difference between peak and off-peak months.
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).