
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fayette County, KY from $700 (49 Rentals)
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1809 Gerald Dr

311 Christy Allyn Ct

627 Silverleaf Dr

633 Ohio St

265 N Limestone

523 1/2 Ohio St

135 Clyde St

1811 Dalton Ct
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401 Roosevelt Blvd

3573 Laredo Dr

2452 Butternut Hill Ct

352 Bassett Ave

161 Preston Ave

408 Bainbridge Ct

419 E Fifth St

1100 Turkey Foot Rd

1072 Hudson Ave
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217 Creekside Ct

209 Creekside Ct

404 Whispering Hills Dr

507 Michigan St, Unit 1

405 Roosevelt Blvd

262 Osage Ct

101 S Hanover Ave

443 Hawkins Ave

409 Roosevelt Blvd
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434 N Martin Luther King Blvd

546 El Paseo Pl

1861 Dunkirk Dr

3705 Trent Cir

401 Springhill Dr

649 Golfview Dr

1079 Duncan Ave

653 Montclair Dr

1100 Horsemans Ln
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1391 Stephen Foster Dr

3854 Sugar Creek Dr

2740 Hayden Park Ln

139 Regency Point Path

425 Hawkins Ave

321 Mockingbird Ln

2405 Windwood Ct

328 Harvard Dr

444 N Broadway
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3690 Laredo Dr

3496 Lansdowne Dr, Unit #1

234 Norway St

3496 Lansdowne Dr, Unit apt # 2
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 | $1,681 | $795 | $3,950 |
| Fayette County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,915 | $1,100 | $5,250 |
| Fayette County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,574 | $1,695 | $4,500 |
| Fayette County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,335 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Fayette County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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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 |
| 1592 Alexandria Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Wellington Park Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fayette County, KY
As of July 06, 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 Secretariat - 2x2 Model at Canter Pointe starting at $1,099 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing 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 |
| Canter Pointe | Secretariat - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Caballo Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2220 Apartments | 2BR - 1.5BTH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Parkside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Park Vista | PV1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1592 Alexandria Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fayette County
What type of rentals are currently available in Fayette County?
There are currently 1030 Apartments for Rent in Fayette County, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $10,473. There are also 171 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fayette County ranging from $750 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 $750 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,350.
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 $4,362, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $5,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $739.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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