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

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Lexington Park Apartments

205 E First Street Apartments

27 Hege Drive

353 Calvin Sowers Rd, Unit 2

301 Williamson St
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Fairview Village

315 Hillcrest Dr, Unit 315 Hillcrest Dr 4

Lexington Station

The Dunbar

Weddington Place of Lexington

Hilltop Terrace

Jackson Square
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Meadow Creek Apartments

110 Mendota Ave

Parkview Apartments

208 S Lexington Dr

920 Holt St

916 W 5th Ave

Raeford Avenue Apartments
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603 Robbins St

1414 White St

106 N Pugh St

81 Brushy Dr

309 Swing Dairy Rd

30 E 4th St

115 Cox Ave
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501 E Franklin St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,160 | $1,073 | $1,247 |
| Cheap Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $920 | $1,503 |
| Cheap Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $875 | $1,899 |
| Cheap Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $1,200 | $1,888 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lexington, NC
Pricing Updated: 08/26/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson | $1,202 | $750 | 138 |
| Uptown Lexington | $1,249 | $875 | 28 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| 205 E First Street Apartments | Two-Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 27 Hege Drive | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Fairview Village | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Lexington Station | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Dunbar | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,073 |
| Reserve at Regents Center | The Norman | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 309-311 W 3rd Ave | Lexington | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 309-311 W 3rd Ave | Lexington | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 3420 Becks Church Rd, Unit 3420 Becks Church Rd | 3420 Becks Church Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Reserve at Regents Center | The Norman | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 205 E First Street Apartments | Two-Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Fairview Village | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 27 Hege Drive | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Dunbar | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
| Lexington Park Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Lexington Station | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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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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