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Rental Market Trends in Southgate, KY

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Southgate, KY is $1,211/month.

Rent in Southgate is 27% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,211/month

Average Rent

724 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.8%

Change / Year

72

Available Apartments

Southgate rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Southgate average $1,009 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Southgate average $1,211 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Southgate average $1,382 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Southgate average $1,111 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,009/month
459 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,211/month
724 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,382/month
945 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,111/month
1,156 Sq Ft
View Southgate Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Southgate, KY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $34 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Southgate, KY

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

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

Because the average rent in Southgate is $1,211, you’ll want to make about $4,036 per month or $48,432 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

Southgate, KY

72 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Southgate, 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 Communities in Southgate We Think You'll Love

Vicinity at Memorial Pointe

Vicinity at Memorial Pointe

3949 Vision Cir,
Southgate, KY 41071

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,425 - $2,625

Aspen Pines

Aspen Pines

1700 Aspen Pines Dr,
Wilder, KY 41071

1-3 Beds | $1,425 - $2,220

City View Apartments

City View Apartments

95 Kentucky Dr,
Newport, KY 41071

1-2 Beds | $1,197 - $1,588

Barkley Ridge Apartments

Barkley Ridge Apartments

2335 Alexandria Pike,
SouthGate, KY 41071

Studio - 2 Beds | $900 - $1,140

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Southgate?

The average rent in Southgate is $1,211 per month, which is 27.2% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Southgate?

Rents in Southgate, KY are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $34 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Southgate?

In Southgate, KY, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kentucky Southgate 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 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.

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