Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadowthrope Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $700 (39 Rentals)

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The Ascent1555
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$975 - $1,395
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$975 - $1,395

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The Ascent1555

1555 Eastland PkyLexington, KY 40505
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Park Plaza Apartments
$1,289 - $3,695
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Park Plaza Apartments

120 E Main StLexington, KY 40507
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Townley Park East
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Townley Park East

158 Louie PlLexington, KY 40511
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Meadowthrope, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meadowthrope Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadowthrope area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing priced from $770. Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Meadowthrope apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior HousingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$770
Townhomes & Flats at FontaineBuilding CStudio,1BA$825
Lexington SquareCypress1BR,1BA$912
The Callaway1x1-A1BR,1BA$920
The Studios at Belmont - MAJOR UTILITIES INCLStudioStudio,1BA$935
Flats at 2875Newly-Renovated Studio Apartments!Studio,1BA$950
Flats at BeaumontNewly-Renovated Studio Apartments!Studio,1BA$950
The Axis at 1435StudioStudio,1BA$970
The Ascent1555Renovated StudioStudio,1BA$975
Shillito Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadowthrope, KY

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadowthrope area is the $1.18 price per square foot The Pointe Pleasant Model at Creeks on Kirklevington in the in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,474. The second greatest value Meadowthrope apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Vetra Lexington starting at $1,288 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadowthrope apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Creeks on KirklevingtonThe Pointe Pleasant2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Vetra Lexington3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.33
Veridian Lexington2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.35
Canter PointeSecretariat - 2x22BR,2BA$1.16
Landing at Tates Creek2 Bedroom Garden (883)2BR,1BA$1.47
Shillito Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.24
The Colony at the OaksThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.45
Lexington SquareCypress1BR,1BA$1.30
The Callaway1x1-A1BR,1BA$1.34
Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior HousingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Meadowthrope, Lexington, KY

Ranked #3

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadowthrope Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Meadowthrope?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Meadowthrope is at Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadowthrope Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadowthrope Apartment is $770 at Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meadowthrope Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meadowthrope is starting from $999 at Canter Pointe.

What is the most affordable Meadowthrope Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Meadowthrope Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vetra Lexington and starts from $1,288.

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