1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lexington, KY (376 Rentals)

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Lexington, KY Local Guide

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Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 23, 2026

There are currently 3265 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lexington, KY that range in price from $610 to $3,199. Southeast Lexington, Outer Southeast Lexington and Southwest Lexington are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lexington with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Southeast Lexington218$1,095$610
Outer Southeast Lexington117$1,045$610
Southwest Lexington110$1,075$610
Zandale93$1,052$610
Lansdowne Merrick91$1,048$745
Waterford90$1,184$845
Deerfield84$1,024$610
Pickway Korner84$1,256$845
The Meadows At Brannon Crossing83$1,264$845
Outer Southwest Lexington81$995$745

Largest Available Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lexington, KY is found at The Landing at Lakewood Harbour in the Boone Creek neighborhood and is 971 square feet priced from $2,399. Parkside Heights in the Athens Historic District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 949 square feet and currently listed start at $1,384. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lexington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Landing at Lakewood HarbourA2971 Sq Ft$2,399
Parkside Heights1B 1B949 Sq Ft$1,384
Legacy Lake ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath900 Sq Ft$1,160
Colts RunVinery - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (900 sqft.)900 Sq Ft$1,309
Steeplechase ApartmentsA4900 Sq Ft$1,174
Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments1BR 1.5BA (873 SF)873 Sq Ft$1,591
1809 at WinchesterA5 Old Rosebud - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom857 Sq Ft$1,418

Cheapest Available Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lexington, KY is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model starting from $620 at 1901 Apartment Homes in the Beaumont Residential neighborhood. The second most affordable Lexington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Caballo Crossing starting at $700 in the Winburn neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lexington is currently $1,229. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lexington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1901 Apartment Homes2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$620
Caballo Crossing1 Bedroom 1 Bath$700
BelleFontaine Apartment Homes1-1$735
The Landing at LexLand1.1$745
VELO - Waller AvenueNEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO...$745
Preakness ApartmentsP11$750
Oxford Circleoxf 1.1$760
Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom$806
Park VistaPV1.1$829

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Lexington Overview

Lexington, a vibrant, diverse city, offers its residents a high quality of life in a beautiful setting. The city is one of the oldest in the nation and distinguished itself early on as a destination for thoroughbred horse farms and racing. The city lies in the heart of the Blue Grass region of Kentucky with rolling, verdant hills and a moderate four-season climate. Life in Lexington apartments provides lots of options and conveniences to enjoy this region where employment opportunities are abundant in academia, manufacturing and services. Wages in the region are higher than the national rate, but the cost of housing ranks 26 percent lower than the U.S. average.

Why live in Lexington, KY?

Few cities in the U.S. offer the diversity found in Lexington, from historical significance to a vibrant economic base rooted in higher education, manufacturing, high tech and services. The cost of living in Lexington is lower than the U.S. average, while wages for some jobs tend to be higher - since Kentucky isn’t a right-to-work state. The unemployment rate is typically lower than the national average, while the climate in Lexington offers four distinct seasons without the extremes and outdoor recreation is abundant. The city and surrounding environment offer stunning beauty and recreation, along with the world-class horse racing. All of this and much more make life in apartments in Lexington oamong the best in the country!

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Lexington, KY Area Reviews

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Catrina • 4+ years in Lexington

February 25, 2025

Lexington is a great place for people of all types. It is, interestingly, highly bilingual, with many Spanish-speaking residents. Public transportation throughout Lexington is not the best, and the cost of living has skyrocketed in recent years. That being said, it is very safe for a city, and while I've experienced petty theft twice, both times were because I had left my vehicle unlocked at an apartment complex. The outdoor areas are beautiful here, and there are more restaurants than you'd know what to do with. Overall, you get modern amenities with a southern touch.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lexington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lexington with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lexington is at 1901 Apartment Homes listed at $620.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lexington Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lexington is $1,229.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lexington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lexington is a 971 square feet unit starting from $2,399 at The Landing at Lakewood Harbour.

What is the average size for Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lexington is currently 635 sq ft.

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