Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Mercer County, KY
The median gross rent in Mercer County is $720 — 2% below the Kentucky state median. It ranks #57 of 119 counties for affordability.
Median rent$720
1-bedroom$551
2-bedroom$662
3-bedroom$922
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How to find the cheapest rent in Mercer County
- Target the $551–$662 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Kentucky.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Mercer County
- Wolfe County$440
- Breathitt County$501
- Cumberland County$516
- McLean County$534
- Leslie County$550