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Rental Market Trends in Elsmere, KY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Elsmere, KY is $1,231/month.

Rent in Elsmere is 26% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,231/month

Average Rent

732 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.1%

Change / Year

28

Available Apartments

Elsmere rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Elsmere average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Elsmere average $1,231 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Elsmere average $1,458 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Elsmere average $1,659 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,231/month
732 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,458/month
976 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,659/month
1,497 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,943/month
966 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Elsmere, KY?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.1%, which averages out to $1 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Elsmere, KY

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Elsmere, KY
Percentage*
Rent Range
50% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Elsmere is $1,231, you’ll want to make about $4,103 per month or $49,236 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.

City

Elsmere, KY

28 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Elsmere, 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

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    Avg Rent: $1,042/month

  • Florence

    Florence

    Avg Rent: $1,282/month

  • Lakeside Park

    Lakeside Park

    Avg Rent: $1,100/month

  • Fort Mitchell

    Fort Mitchell

    Avg Rent: $957/month

  • Crescent Springs

    Crescent Springs

    Avg Rent: $937/month

  • Villa Hills

    Villa Hills

    Avg Rent: $1,250/month

Apartment Communities in Elsmere We Think You'll Love

Overlook Apartments - OVL

Overlook Apartments - OVL

3000 Stoneybrook Ln,
Elsmere, KY 41018

2 Beds | $1,410 - $1,600

The Sanctuary on Edwards 55+

The Sanctuary on Edwards 55+

1145 Edwards Rd,
Elsmere, KY 41018

1-2 Beds | $925 - $1,149

Country Club Estates

Country Club Estates

4011 Bramblewood Dr,
Erlanger, KY 41018

1-2 Beds | $1,075 - $1,425

Cliffside Estates

Cliffside Estates

3524 Mitten Dr,
Erlanger, KY 41018

1-2 Beds | $875 - $1,090

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Elsmere?

The average rent in Elsmere is $1,231 per month, which is 26.1% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Elsmere?

The average rent for a house in Elsmere, KY is $1,943 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Elsmere?

Rents in Elsmere, KY are decreasing, with prices down 0.1% year-over-year and $1 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Elsmere?

In Elsmere, KY, 50% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kentucky Elsmere 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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