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Louisville, KY

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Exciting amenities abound in Kentucky’s largest city

Historic Modern Convenient Vibrant Charming Riverside

Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky, resting alongside the Ohio River on the Kentucky-Indiana border. The architecture in Louisville is a mix of old and new, with historic neighborhoods comprised of Victorian houses and towering skyscrapers scattered throughout the downtown area, many of which contain upscale apartments and condos available for rent.

The amenities in Louisville are just as diverse as the architecture. Renting in Louisville affords you the opportunity to see the famous Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, learn more about a boxing legend at the Muhammad Ali Center, and meet a range of animals at the Louisville Zoo. The city’s award-winning restaurant scene is an exemplary display of Southern cooking. Just outside the city lies the Louisville Mega Cavern, a vast underground space offering a broad range of adventurous attractions.

Getting around from Louisville is easy with access to Louisville International Airport, TARC, and a system of interstates that connect the city. Cincinnati and Nashville lie to the north and south respectively, making Louisville a great starting point to begin exploring the surrounding regions.

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The sun setting behind the John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge

Louisville's Churchill Downs hosts the Kentucky Derby

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Louisville, KY is $870 for a studio, $1,087 for one bedroom, $1,267 for two bedrooms, and $1,606 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Louisville has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,087/month
719 Sq Ft
House
$1,756/month
1,303 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,476/month
913 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,387/month
944 Sq Ft
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Transportation

52

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

30

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Greathouse Shryock Traditional

Public

Grades K-5

606 Students

10
out of 10

J. Graham Brown School

Public

Grades K-12

738 Students

9
out of 10

Norton Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

734 Students

9
out of 10

Farmer Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

772 Students

7
out of 10

Audubon Traditional Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

614 Students

7
out of 10

J. Graham Brown School

Public

Grades K-12

738 Students

9
out of 10

Meyzeek Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

930 Students

7
out of 10

Barret Traditional Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

630 Students

7
out of 10

Noe Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,347 Students

6
out of 10

Jefferson County Traditional Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

877 Students

6
out of 10

duPont Manual High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,929 Students

10
out of 10

Louisville Male High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,991 Students

9
out of 10

J. Graham Brown School

Public

Grades K-12

738 Students

9
out of 10

Ballard High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,014 Students

7
out of 10

Atherton High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,461 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Louisville Mega Cavern
  • Louisville Nature Center
  • Cherokee Park
  • Rauch Planetarium
  • Iroquois Park

Airports

  • Louisville Muhammad Ali International

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