Cheap Homes for Rent in Southern Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $900 (3 Rentals)

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Southern Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Heights, KY

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Belmont Run Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Montclair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MidTown ApartmentsHouse4BR,4BA$1.08
Belmont Run ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.41
Shillito Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.44
Rivers at BluegrassRenovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.30
Canter PointeAffirmed - 1x11BR,1BA$1.32
Studios340 - All Inclusive PricingOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.72
1729 Midtown (Pre-Leasing for June 2025)One Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.65
Limestone Square/Medical VillasMedical Villas (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2.44
Crescent at Shadeland Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.12
The Studios at Belmont - ALL UTILITIES INCLStudioStudio ,1BA$2.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Southern Heights?

There are currently 96 Apartments for Rent in Southern Heights, KY with pricing that ranges from $570 to $3,347. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southern Heights ranging from $950 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southern Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southern Heights ranges from $950 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,710.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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