The Hub
494 Hub Blvd,
Bowling Green, KY 42103
$1,195 - $2,085 | 1-3 Beds
Western Kentucky University sits on a hill in beautiful Bowling Green. Founded in 1906, this public university features several top-ranking programs in engineering, business, journalism, and education. It also offers one of the nation's largest master's degree programs in folklore. The WKU Hilltoppers participate in NCAA Division I, with the football team playing at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. The basketball team plays at E.A. Diddle Arena and is considered one of the nation's best basketball programs.
Sports fans will want to find apartments near University Drive and Old Morgantown Road to be close to the football stadium, the basketball arena, and Nick Denes Field, all of which are located between University Drive and the Avenue of Champions. To live near the variety of shops and restaurants near the university, College Street and State Street are ideal, especially closer to East Main Avenue. This is where you'll find everything from coffee houses and pubs to boutiques and jewelry stores to theaters.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Bowling Green, KY is $680 for a studio, $876 for one bedroom, $1,108 for two bedrooms, and $1,320 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bowling Green has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.
Studio
461 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$680/month
Average Rent
1 BR
684 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$876/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,028 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,108/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,243 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,320/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Public
Grades PK-6
876 Students
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Grades PK-6
698 Students
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Grades PK-6
679 Students
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603 Students
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439 Students
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772 Students
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Grades 7-8
729 Students
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Grades 7-8
487 Students
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Grades 6-8
963 Students
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Grades 6-12
191 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,494 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,370 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,031 Students
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Grades 9-12
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Grades 6-12
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