
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $400 (23 Rentals)
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West Lexington
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West Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lexington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,189 | $495 | $1,755 |
West Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $570 | $4,228 |
West Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $805 | $5,929 |
West Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $820 | $6,123 |
West Lexington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,185 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available West Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at VELO - Waller Avenue priced from $745. 1901 Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable West Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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VELO - Waller Avenue | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
1901 Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $794 |
Twenty Two Twenty | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
Park Vista | PV1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lexington, KY
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West Lexington 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 West Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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MidTown Apartments | House | 4BR,4BA | $1.08 |
Signature | The Secretariat | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Twenty Two Twenty | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
Belmont Run Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
1901 Apartment Homes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Park Vista | PV1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Ashland Apartments - NEW Renovations | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Cambridge Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Crossings Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Lexington, Lexington, KY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Lexington, KY. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the West Lexington Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 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 West Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Lexington is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in West Lexington is VELO - Waller Avenue which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in West Lexington costs $3,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 12 regular apartments in West 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 West Lexington?
Cheap apartments in West Lexington have an average cost of $1,322 which is $2,023 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Lexington.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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