Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lexington, NC from $875 (29 Rentals)

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Hilltop Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Terrace

111 N Carolina AveLexington, NC 27292
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Jackson Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Square

100 Jackson Square DrLexington, NC 27295

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Parkview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

215-217 W 3rd AveLexington, NC 27292
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30 E 4th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

30 E 4th St

30 E 4th StLexington, NC 27292

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Lexington, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lexington, NC

Pricing Updated: 08/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lexington, NC area range in price from $750 to $2,100 with an overall median price of $1,210. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lexington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Davidson$1,202$750138
Uptown Lexington$1,249$87528

Cheapest Available Lexington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lexington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Lexington Park Apartments in the Davidson neighborhood priced from $920. 205 E First Street Apartments in the Davidson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lexington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lexington Park ApartmentsCozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$920
205 E First Street ApartmentsTwo-Bedrooms2BR,1BA$995
27 Hege Drive2/12BR,1BA$995
Fairview Village1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1,025
Lexington StationThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,050
The DunbarStudioStudio,1BA$1,073
Reserve at Regents CenterThe Norman1BR,1BA$1,175
309-311 W 3rd AveLexington2BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington, NC

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lexington area is the $1.45 price per square foot Lexington Model at 309-311 W 3rd Ave in the in the Davidson neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Lexington apartment is the 3420 Becks Church Rd Model at 3420 Becks Church Rd, Unit 3420 Becks Church Rd starting at $1,200 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Davidson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
309-311 W 3rd AveLexington2BR,1BA$1.45
3420 Becks Church Rd, Unit 3420 Becks Church Rd3420 Becks Church Rd2BR,1BA$1.33
Reserve at Regents CenterThe Norman1BR,1BA$1.46
205 E First Street ApartmentsTwo-Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.42
Fairview Village1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.50
27 Hege Drive2/12BR,1BA$1.59
The DunbarStudioStudio ,1BA$1.75
Lexington Park ApartmentsCozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$1.52
Lexington StationThe Retreat1BR,1BA$2.02

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lexington Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lexington Apartment is $920 at Lexington Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lexington is starting from $995 at 27 Hege Drive.

What is the most affordable Lexington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lexington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Reserve at Regents Center and starts from $1,715.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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