
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fayette County, KY from $600 (41 Rentals)
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1972 Cambridge Dr

2215 Coburn Blvd

168 Woodland Ave

1833 1/2 Marietta Dr

633 Ohio St

3510 Lansdowne Dr

161 Wittland Ln
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342 Waller Ave

426 E Fifth St

3573 Laredo Dr

356 Radcliffe Rd

811 Shelby Ave

246 Warnock St

3673 Bass Ct

653 Jackson St
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801 Marcellus Dr

408 Bainbridge Ct

537 Asbury Ln

1435 N Forbes Rd

161 E Loudon Ave

476 Bob O Link Dr

217 Creekside Ct

208 Clyde St
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1029 St Martins Ave

179 Hedgewood Ct

324 Turfway Dr

3500 Warwick Dr

1176 Tatesbrook Dr, Unit A

1901 Nicholasville Rd

434 N Martin Luther King Blvd

120 Clyde St
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2306 Pierson Dr

262 Osage Ct

409 Roosevelt Blvd

405 Roosevelt Blvd

3628 Bold Bidder Dr

1179 Tatesbrook Dr

3009 Wavecrest Way

211 E Sixth St
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1100 Horsemans Ln
Fayette County, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fayette County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,704 | $950 | $4,900 |
| Fayette County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,897 | $1,295 | $5,250 |
| Fayette County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,780 | $1,600 | $4,500 |
| Fayette County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,118 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Fayette County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,216 | $3,800 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Available Fayette County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fayette County, KY is a Studio unit found at BelleFontaine Apartment Homes in the Boone Creek neighborhood priced from $685. The Landing at Lex in the Boone Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fayette County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BelleFontaine Apartment Homes | 0-1 | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| VELO Lexington | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Emerson Center 62+ Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Oxford Circle | oxf 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine | Building C | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Twenty Two Twenty | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| Breckinridge Court | Studio 460 sf (st2) | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fayette County, KY
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fayette County area is the $0.53 price per square foot 525: 4 bed - 4.5 Bath Model at Latitude Lexington in the in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood starting from $774. The second greatest value Fayette County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at The Pines starting at $1,650 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Boone Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fayette County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude Lexington | 525: 4 bed - 4.5 Bath | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| The Pines | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Patchen Place | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Twenty Two Twenty | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Harrods Point Apartments - Newly remodeled | 1 Bedroom FULLY RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Kearney Ridge - Affordable Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fayette County
What type of rentals are currently available in Fayette County?
There are currently 1034 Apartments for Rent in Fayette County, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $11,123. There are also 186 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fayette County ranging from $695 to $5,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fayette County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fayette County ranges from $695 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,601.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fayette County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fayette County range from $1,000 to $3,693, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $5,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $739.
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