243 W 8th St #2

Apartment
3 beds
2 baths
Cats & dogs OK
In-unit laundry

About 243 W 8th St #2

Welcome to 243 W 8th St in Covington, KY. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment offers the charm of historic Covington combined with modern conveniences and a highly desirable location near MainStrasse Village.

The two-level layout features generously sized bedrooms, beautiful hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and a stylish tile shower. The apartment also includes in-unit laundry for added convenience.

Enjoy your own private balcony/deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the fresh air. Located in a smaller two-unit property, this home offers a more private and residential feel than a large apartment complex.

Rental Qualifications: All applicants 18+ must complete an application and pass a credit, background, and rental history screening. A $65 non-refundable application fee applies. Minimum 600 credit score required.

Pet Policy: Up to 2 small pets permitted with a $300 non-refundable pet fee and $50/month pet rent.

All payments are processed through our secure systems. No cash accepted.

Amenities: Stainless Steel Appliances. 3 bedroom 2 bathroom. Spacious bedrooms. Tile shower. 2nd floor private deck. Harwood floors. Parking: on-street.
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RentalSource last checked: 6 hours ago · Listing updated: October 29, 2026
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Property Summary

Property Type: Apartment
Rental Fee: $1,995
Bedrooms: 3 beds
Bathrooms: 2 baths
Size: Inquire
Pets: Cats & dogs
Laundry: In unit
Parking: Inquire
Available: Now
ID: 84068268

Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer In Unit
  • Balcony/Patio
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Leasing Information

Lease term: 12 months.
Fees
  • Pet rent $50 each (optional, nonrefundable, monthly).
  • Application Fee $65 (mandatory, nonrefundable, move-in).
  • Security deposit $1,995 (mandatory, refundable, move-in).
  • Pet Fee $300 (optional, nonrefundable, move-in).
  • Application fee $65 (mandatory, nonrefundable, pre-move-in).

Additional Details

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment at 243 W 8th St #2 in Covington, KY 41011 rents for $1,995 a month. It is pet friendly. 243 W 8th St #2 was advertised by Realiant Property Management - Northern Kentucky on July 24, 2026.

Rent History

The rent has changed 5 times since it was listed on July 24, from $2,395 to $1,995. This home was last listed for rent on RentalSource in June 2025, ending at $2,395. Today's rent is $400 lower.

Rent history for this home, newest first
DateEventRentChange
October 29, 2026 Price change $1,995−4.8% −4.8%
October 15, 2026 Price change $2,095−4.6% −4.6%
October 7, 2026 Price change $2,195−8.4% −8.4%
September 2026 2 price changes $2,395
September 17, 2026 Price change $2,395−4.0% −4.0%
September 9, 2026 Price change $2,495+4.2% +4.2%
July 24, 2026 Listed for rent $2,395
June 15, 2025 Listing removed $2,395
January 6, 2024 Listing removed $1,745
May 25, 2022 Listing removed $2,195

These are listed prices. What renters actually paid may have been different.

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Deposit $1,995 · Application fee $65 · All fees
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243 W 8th St #2, Covington, KY 41011
Apartment for rent
$1,995
Rent reduced $100 on October 29
Deposit $1,995 · Application fee $65 · All fees
Can I afford this home?
Interested in 243 W 8th St #2?
Find out more about this property & see if it's available now.
Avoid rental scams - Situations involving wire transfers or a landlord who can't meet you in person can be red flags.
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