Mount Victor Olde Towne Luxury Apartments
275 New Towne Dr,
Bowling Green, KY 42103
1-2 Beds | $989 - $1,399
Rental Market Trends in Bowling Green, KY
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Bowling Green, KY is $898/month.
Rent in Bowling Green is 46% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$898/month
Average Rent
685 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
627
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 $898 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green average $1,123 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green average $1,542 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Bowling Green, KY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $2 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Bowling Green, KY
July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
8%
Below $700/month
47%
$700 - $1,000/month
42%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
2%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
1%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average 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.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average 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 .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bowling Green, KY?
Because the average rent in Bowling Green is $898, you’ll want to make about $2,993 per month or $35,916 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 - $1,542. You can expect to pay 5.4% less for groceries, 9.6% more for utilities, and 9.2% less for transportation.
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.
View the Bowling Green Area GuideStudio
-
-
One Bedroom
$827/month
$827/month
Two Bedroom
$1,039/month
$1,039/month
Three Bedroom
$1,313/month
$1,313/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
Apartment Communities in Bowling Green We Think You'll Love
Rental management, simplified
Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com
Guides for Managing Your Rental
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Bowling Green?
The average rent in Bowling Green is $898 per month, which is 46.0% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Bowling Green?
The average rent for a house in Bowling Green, KY is $1,835 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Bowling Green?
The average rent for a townhome in Bowling Green, KY is $1,059 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Bowling Green?
Rents in Bowling Green, KY are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $2 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Bowling Green?
In Bowling Green, KY, 47% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 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.