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Rental Market Trends in Bowling Green, KY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Bowling Green, KY is $892/month.

Rent in Bowling Green is 46% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$892/month

Average Rent

676 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.1%

Change / Year

652

Available Apartments

Bowling Green rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bowling Green average $637 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green average $892 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green average $1,127 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green average $1,529 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$637/month
441 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$892/month
676 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,127/month
1,006 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,529/month
1,279 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,164/month
788 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,892/month
1,367 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,303/month
1,822 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,093/month
1,143 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,557/month
1,299 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bowling Green, KY?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.1%, which averages out to $0 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bowling Green, KY

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bowling Green, KY
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
40% $1,001 - $1,500/month
2% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bowling Green?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bowling Green is the most affordable neighborhood in Bowling Green.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bowling Green
$923/month
676 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bowling Green?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bowling Green is the most expensive neighborhood in Bowling Green.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bowling Green
$923/month
676 Sq Ft

Which Bowling Green neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Bowling Green with the most apartments available is Downtown Bowling Green .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bowling Green
$923/month
676 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bowling Green, KY?

Because the average rent in Bowling Green is $892, you’ll want to make about $2,973 per month or $35,676 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Bowling Green, KY is 11.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Bowling Green is 28.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $637 - $1,529. You can expect to pay 5.4% less for groceries, 9.6% more for utilities, and 9.2% less for transportation.

City

Bowling Green, KY

652 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Bowling Green, KY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Bowling Green, KY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Bowling Green

Bowling Green, KY

Downtown Bowling Green

Bowling Green, KY

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$819/month
$819/month
Two Bedroom
$1,058/month
$1,058/month
Three Bedroom
$1,543/month
$1,543/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Franklin

    Franklin

    Avg Rent: $785/month

  • Scottsville

    Scottsville

    Avg Rent: $735/month

Apartment Communities in Bowling Green We Think You'll Love

The Adler Apartment Homes

The Adler Apartment Homes

376 Pascoe Blvd,
Bowling Green, KY 42104

1-3 Beds | $929 - $1,829

The Southern Apartments

The Southern Apartments

441 Bourbon St,
Bowling Green, KY 42104

1-3 Beds | $999 - $1,500

The Hub

The Hub

494 Hub Blvd,
Bowling Green, KY 42103

1-3 Beds | $1,265 - $2,650

Mount Victor Olde Towne Luxury Apartments

Mount Victor Olde Towne Luxury Apartments

275 New Towne Dr,
Bowling Green, KY 42103

1-2 Beds | $989 - $1,399

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bowling Green?

The average rent in Bowling Green is $892 per month, which is 46.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Bowling Green?

The average rent for a house in Bowling Green, KY is $1,892 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Bowling Green?

The average rent for a townhome in Bowling Green, KY is $1,093 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Bowling Green?

Rents in Bowling Green, KY are decreasing, with prices down 0.1% year-over-year and less per month.

What rent range is most common in Bowling Green?

In Bowling Green, KY, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kentucky Bowling Green Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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