
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Red Mile Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (20 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Red Mile?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Red Mile Studio Apartments | $1,386 | $895 | $1,755 |
Red Mile 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $570 | $4,228 |
Red Mile 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $815 | $5,929 |
Red Mile 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $820 | $6,123 |
Red Mile 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Red Mile Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Red Mile area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Preakness Apartments priced from $715. VELO - Waller Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Red Mile apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
VELO - Waller Avenue | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
1901 Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
The Crossings Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
The Studios at Belmont - ALL UTILITIES INCL | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Red Mile, KY
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Red Mile area is the $1.83 price per square foot 4 x 3 End Unit Model at Burley Properties in the in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Red Mile apartment is the The Secretariat Model at Signature starting at $1,040 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Red Mile apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Burley Properties | 4 x 3 End Unit | 4BR,3BA | $1.83 |
Signature | The Secretariat | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Belmont Run Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
1901 Apartment Homes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Trifecta on Red Mile: MAJOR Renovations | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
The Crossings Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Limestone Square/Medical Villas | Medical Villas (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Preserve Lexington | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
MidTown Apartments | Woodland | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRed Mile, Lexington, KY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Red Mile Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 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 Red Mile Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Red Mile Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Red Mile Apartment is $745 at VELO - Waller Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Red Mile Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Red Mile is starting from $845 at 1901 Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Red Mile Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Red Mile Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Crossings Apartment Homes and starts from $1,175.
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