Russell Neighborhood Guide Louisville, KY

About

Russell is a culturally rich neighborhood located in west Louisville, Kentucky. The neighborhood is bounded by Broadway, Market Street, 9th Street, and 32nd Street. The famous Muhammad Ali boulevard runs straight through the heart of Russell. The neighborhood is home to the historic St. Peter's Cemetery and African American Heritage Center, which reflects the rich history of African Americans in Louisville.

What You Will Love About Russell, Louisville, Kentucky

Experience the legacy of African American heritage at the African American Heritage Center.
Enjoy the vibrant arts scene with numerous public art installations and murals throughout the neighborhood.
The location of Russell close to downtown Louisville provides easy access to the city’s amenities.

What’s Nearby

Russell is located close to the downtown area, making it easy to access the Kentucky Science Center and the Louisville Slugger Museum. The Waterfront Park, an expansive green space on the Ohio River, is also nearby.

The Rental Market

The Russell neighborhood offers fairly affordable housing. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $836, which is reasonable compared to other Louisville neighborhoods. Prices usually fluctuate between $745 and $836, showing some stability in the rental market.

Rental Price Stability

Rental rates in Russell have remained somewhat stable over the past year. The standard deviation of the average price is only $29.49, which suggests that prices don't fluctuate dramatically from the average rent of $836.

Lifestyle

Russell is an eclectic neighborhood with a strong sense of community. The area is becoming increasingly popular among young professionals and artists due to its affordable housing, rich culture, and easy access to downtown amenities. The neighborhood is also known for large-scale public art projects and has a vibrant arts and cultural scene.

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142 Properties Available for Rent

Rental Trends in Russell

Studio	1 Bed	2 Beds
$849	$849	$882	$846	$846	$846	$854	$868	$882	$896	$896	$896	$896
$992	$992	$992	$996	$1000	$1000	$1015	$1000	$1081	$1081	$1081	$1081	$1119

Last updated 9/13/2024

142 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 284 restaurants, 55 grocery stores, and 30 parks within a mile of the Russell neighborhood.

City Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store / Supermarket
•
0.3 miles
2100 W Broadway
Derby City Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.4 miles
301 S 18th St
Louisville Mill Supply
Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•
0.6 miles
520 S 15th St
Park Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.6 miles
231 N 19th St
Dairy Mart
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.7 miles
2728 W Market St
Kroger
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.7 miles
2710 W Broadway

Russell Apartments and Rentals

142 Rental properties in Russell, Louisville, KY.

$799+
Vue at 3rd Street
Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath
430–658 Sqft
3 Units Available
$1,119+
Hampton Place
1–3 Beds • 1–1.5 Baths
575–1100 Sqft
Available 10/13
$1,505
542 S 20Th St
4 Beds • 1.5 Baths
1440 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$895
2200 Green Alley
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths
1184 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$845
2337 W Muhammad Ali Blvd
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths
1152 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$785
2528 Cedar St
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths
1152 Sqft
1 Unit Available

142 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

Category	Compare to State Avg.	Compare to National Avg.
housing	4%	19.4%
utilities	8.1%	15.1%
food	3.1%	0.5%
transportation	6%	4.1%
healthcare	16.4%	16.1%

Russell Demographics

Russell Transportation

Very Walkable

70/100

Walk Score®

The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

82/100

Bike Score®

Some Transit

48/100

1 bus stop, 2 train stops, 3 other stops

Tarc

Other

1000 W Broadway

Transit Authority of River City

Other

1000 W Broadway

Greyhound Bus Lines

Bus Stop

720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

Source: foursquare.com

Russell Schools

142 Properties Available for Rent