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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Nicholasville, KY
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Nicholasville rent stands today
Nicholasville, KY rent rose 15.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,499/month. Renters today are paying $199 more per month on average than last year, with rents unchanged month to month after peaking at $1,650 in June 2026.
Compared to national trends
Nicholasville sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters compared to many metros.
Price ranges
Nicholasville's rental market is dominated by houses, which run a median of $1,695/month, while apartments sit at $1,100/month. Bedroom rents vary from $1,064/month for 1-bed units to $2,495/month for 4+ bedrooms, with 3-bedrooms at $1,650/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Nicholasville
$1,499/mo
15%vs previous year
The average rent in Nicholasville is $1,499 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $401 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Nicholasville
52
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Nicholasville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Nicholasville, KY
Average rent prices in Nicholasville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 15% 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
Nicholasville, KY
Rent prices in Nicholasville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Nicholasville is $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,695. 1-bedroom apartments in Nicholasville run $1,078 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,225 |  42% | - | |
1 bedroom | $1,064 | 12% | 17% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | No Change | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $1,650 | 13% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,495 | 12% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brannon Crossing | $1,420 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,100 | 8% | 22% | |
Condos | $850 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,695 | 11% | 7% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
42%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,064
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
17%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
3%
Brannon Crossing
Average rent
$1,420
Apartments
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
22%
Condos
Average rent
$850
Houses
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville, KY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Nicholasville and Berea by all bedroom counts and property types.
Nicholasville
21%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Nicholasville, KY is 41% higher than the median rent in Berea, KY.
Average rent in nearby cities
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6%$1,025
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44%$1,499
2%$1,497
$1,195
46%$1,340
31%$1,125
13%$1,547
1%$1,600
2%$1,175
2%Discover rentals in Nicholasville, KY
19h ago
115 Southview Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$875–$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
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Nicholasville
542 Wichita Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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
Apartment for rent in Nicholasville
205 Ridgewood Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
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
Townhouse for rent in Nicholasville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,395
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 Oct 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in Nicholasville
104 Barkley Est, Nicholasville, KY 40356
3 beds
3 baths
$4,750
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Nicholasville
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,900
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 Oct 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Nicholasville
6707 Danville Rd #1, Nicholasville, KY 40356
3 beds
3 baths
$2,500
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
Available Oct 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Nicholasville
216 Cameron Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
Price dropped $100Fees 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
Available Sep 15
13h ago
270 Lancer Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,338–$2,310
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
19h ago
House for rent in Nicholasville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
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
1d ago
109 Birch Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Nicholasville
542 Wichita Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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
House for rent in Nicholasville
804 Shelburne Way, Nicholasville, KY 40356
5 beds
3 baths
$3,000
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
5d+ ago
101 Imperial Pointe, Nicholasville, KY 40356
1 bed
1 bath
$1,054
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 Nov 6
5d+ ago
201 Orchard Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
Studio
1 bath
$900
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 Nicholasville
113 Clearwater Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
4 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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
19h ago
115 Southview Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$875–$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
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Nicholasville
542 Wichita Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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
4d ago
212 212 - 214 Bass Pond Glenn, Nicholasville, KY 40356
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
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
101 Imperial Pointe, Nicholasville, KY 40356
1 bed
1 bath
$1,054
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 Nov 6
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Frequently asked questions for Nicholasville, KY
Quick answers to common questions about the Nicholasville rental market.
How much is rent in Nicholasville?
The average rent in Nicholasville is $1,499 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Nicholasville?
Average rent prices in Nicholasville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 15% since last year.
How does Nicholasville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Nicholasville is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $401 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Nicholasville?
To comfortably afford rent in Nicholasville, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Nicholasville?
April offers the lowest rents in Nicholasville, with approximately 10% savings compared to June's peak pricing. November and December also see less demand, making them good alternatives to the competitive March and January 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).