500 Ohio St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (37 Rentals)
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358 E 2nd St
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Caballo Crossing
500-522 Hollow Creek RdLexington, KY 40511
1318 Highland Park Dr
LexingtonKY40505
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Eastland Hills
1740-1760 Jennifer RdLexington, KY 40505
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from $7251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Rosetown Apartments
320 Elm Tree LnLexington, KY 40508
1826 Marietta Dr
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1023 N Broadway
LexingtonKY40505
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The Townhomes and Flats At Fontaine
2160 Fontaine RdLexington, KY 40502
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from $790Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Dawn Run Apartments
1800 Augusta CtLexington, KY 40505
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Kampus Properties STUDENT HOUSING - 2024-'25
400-418 Aylesford PlLexington, KY 40508
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Shorelake Apartments - Recently Remodeled!
820 Malabu DrLexington, KY 40502
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from $825Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Double Tree Apartments
1544 Meade CtLexington, KY 40505
468 N Limestone
LexingtonKY40508
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Rose Tower Apartments
137 Rose StLexington, KY 40507
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The Ascent1555 - All Utilities Incl.
1555 Eastland PkyLexington, KY 40505
208 Lakeshore Dr
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925 N Broadway
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209 Lakeshore Dr
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Woodland Park Apartments - UTILITIES INCLUDED
184 Old Park AveLexington, KY 40502
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East Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,199 | $775 | $1,745 |
| East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $570 | $3,553 |
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $799 | $3,000 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $875 | $1,999 |
| East Lexington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available East Lexington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a Studio unit found at BelleFontaine Apartment Homes priced from $685. Caballo Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable East Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BelleFontaine Apartment Homes | 0-1 | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio SM | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Eastland Hills | east2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Life at Lexington | Pecan | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Ascent1555 - All Utilities Incl. | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Townhomes and Flats At Fontaine | 1 Bedroom Flat D | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lexington area is the $1.08 price per square foot House Model at MidTown Apartments in the in the Montclair neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value East Lexington apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Alcove at Russell starting at $1,376 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Winburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MidTown Apartments | House | 4BR,4BA | $1.08 |
| Alcove at Russell | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Life at Lexington | Maple | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Eastland Hills | east2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1809 at Winchester | A2 Maxima - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| BelleFontaine Apartment Homes | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kentucky including East Lexington, Lexington, and the greater Lexington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the East Lexington Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lexington is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in East Lexington is Caballo Crossing which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Lexington costs $3,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lexington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in East Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Lexington?
Cheap apartments in East Lexington have an average cost of $1,183 which is $2,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lexington.
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