Average Rent in Bowling Green, KY
3 apartment buildings, 38 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$1,232/mo
market average
Cheapest
$870/mo
Bowling Green Towers
Properties
3
tracked daily
Units
38
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 3 properties in Bowling Green, KY.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Bowling Green, KY Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Bowling Green Towers
1149 College St, Bowling Green
The Heritage
2600 Chandler Dr, Bowling Green
The Drake
726 Cumberland Trace Rd, Bowling Green
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowling Green Towers 1149 College St, Bowling Green | $870 | $1,080 | $2.03 | 3.4 (53) | 7 |
| 2 | The Heritage 2600 Chandler Dr, Bowling Green | $967 | $1,121 | $1.16 | 3.9 (229) | 7 |
| 3 | The Drake 726 Cumberland Trace Rd, Bowling Green | $1,179 | $1,309 | $1.34 | 4.5 (84) | 24 |
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Bowling Green, KY Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Bowling Green, KY is $1,232 per month, based on 38 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $870 at Bowling Green Towers to $1,179 at The Drake.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $967/mo | $967/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $1,132/mo | $870/mo | 21 |
| 2 Bed | $1,289/mo | $1,106/mo | 12 |
| 3 Bed | $1,651/mo | $1,450/mo | 4 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bowling Green, KY?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$49,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,232/mo.
Comfortable income
$59,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($870/mo), you need to earn at least $35,000/year.
Cost of living in Bowling Green, KY
We only have live rent data for Bowling Green, KY so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,232 |
| Estimated total | $1,232/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Kentucky
How Bowling Green, KY rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Bowling Green, KY | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KY | $1,474 | +20% | 17 |
| Louisville, KY | $1,386 | +13% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bowling Green, KY?
The average rent in Bowling Green, KY is $1,232 per month, based on 38 units across 3 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Bowling Green, KY?
The lowest available rent in Bowling Green, KY starts at $870 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bowling Green, KY?
1-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green, KY average $1,132/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $870/mo across 21 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bowling Green, KY?
2-bedroom apartments in Bowling Green, KY average $1,289/mo. Units start from $1,106/mo across 12 units currently listed.
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