Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Louisville’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to everything from students and young professionals to growing families. Studio apartments typically hover in the $1,080 range with medians near $1,100, while one‑bedroom units generally sit around $1,200, often easing to a median of $1,150. Larger floor plans are well represented: two‑bedroom apartments average roughly $1,450 with median rents near $1,300, three‑bedroom options trend around $1,600 (median about $1,500), and four‑plus bedroom units often fall in the $1,400 range with medians close to $1,300. Single‑family houses follow a similar pattern, with one‑bedroom homes averaging about $1,100 (median $925) and two‑bedroom homes around $1,250 (median $1,150). Three‑bedroom houses typically rent near $1,500 (median $1,400), while larger homes with four or more bedrooms command averages near $1,900 and medians around $1,650.
Neighborhoods such as the historic Old Louisville, the vibrant Highlands, and the upscale St. Matthews provide plentiful rental choices, each boasting its own character and amenities. Downtown Louisville and the revitalized NuLu district attract renters seeking walkable urban living, close to cultural sites like the Kentucky Derby Museum and the bustling Louisville Waterfront Park. Families often favor the quieter suburbs surrounding the city, which combine spacious houses with convenient access to top‑rated schools and the University of Louisville.
Whether you’re looking for a modern apartment steps from the riverfront or a charming house in a tree‑lined neighborhood, Louisville’s rental landscape delivers flexibility, affordability, and proximity to the city’s renowned attractions, dining, and entertainment options. This makes the city an appealing destination for renters seeking both convenience and a vibrant community atmosphere.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $995 | $1,059 | $650 - $1,318 | $850 - $1,169 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,127 | $1,119 | $542 - $2,500 | $889 - $1,289 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,452 | $1,318 | $695 - $4,490 | $1,009 - $1,659 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,671 | $1,421 | $850 - $6,880 | $1,299 - $1,650 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $12,112 | $962 | $850 - $89,500 | $900 - $1,700 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,237 | $1,150 | $710 - $2,950 | $1,000 - $1,400 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,472 | $1,350 | $670 - $4,250 | $1,195 - $1,700 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $1,834 | $1,625 | $760 - $5,000 | $1,345 - $2,000 |
In the current period, the average rent in Louisville was $996 for Studio, $1,972 for 1 Bedroom, $1,337 for 2 Bedroom, $1,499 for 3 Bedroom, and $1,629 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.