
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southern Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY (22 Rentals)


Shillito Park Apartments

907 Trifecta on Red Mile

Canter Pointe

1729 Midtown (Pre-Leasing for June 2025)

The Axis at 1435

Belmont Run Apartments

Rivers at Bluegrass

Limestone Square/Medical Villas
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Southern Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southern Heights Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $849 | $1,855 |
Southern Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $570 | $1,995 |
Southern Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,050 | $1,950 |
Southern Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,450 | $2,100 |
Southern Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,700 | $2,700 |
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Largest Available Southern Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southern Heights area of Lexington, KY is found at Shillito Park Apartments and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Shillito Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
Rivers at Bluegrass | Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $975 |
Canter Pointe | Affirmed - 1x1 | 700 Sq Ft | $924 |
907 Trifecta on Red Mile | Trifecta on Red Mile - One Bedroom | 691 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
Studios340 - All Inclusive Pricing | One Bedroom | 660 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Cheapest Available Southern Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southern Heights of Lexington, KY is the Bedroom Model starting from $570 at MidTown Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southern Heights is currently $1,089. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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MidTown Apartments | Bedroom | $570 |
VELO - Waller Avenue | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | $745 |
Canter Pointe | Affirmed - 1x1 | $924 |
Rivers at Bluegrass | Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $975 |
Crescent at Shadeland Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,054 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Southern Heights Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southern Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southern Heights with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southern Heights is at MidTown Apartments listed at $570.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southern Heights Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southern Heights is $1,089.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southern Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southern Heights is a 800 square feet unit starting from $1,150 at Shillito Park Apartments.
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