The Most and Least Expensive Areas to Rent in Nelson County, KY

Nelson County renters looking for the least expensive areas to rent should look for the areas towards the red end of the spectrum on the rent cost map. Those who don't mind paying for high-end and luxury apartments should seek out apartments in dark green areas.

 

Nelson County, KY of rent costs by neighborhood
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On average, the cost of rent in Nelson County is about $853 per month. This puts it in the 87th percentile compared to the state average cost of rent, which is $856. Households in Nelson County have a median income of $5,864 per month so the average renter in Nelson County is spending roughly 15% of their earnings on housing.

Nationally, and in Nelson County, home values are the data point most closely correlated with the cost of rent. The median price of a home in Nelson County is $180,969 right now, which is higher than nearby counties, meaning that rents in Nelson County also tend to be higher versus these nearby counties.

Higher rent prices are common in the southeastern parts of Nelson County while lower rent rates are often available in central areas.

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