
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Athens Historic District Lexington, KY from $900 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Athens Historic District area of Lexington.


Flats at 2875

The Pops

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Steeplechase Apartments

The BLVD at Hays

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Brighton 3050

Reserve at Hamburg

The Resort At Lake Crossing

309-313 Bainbridge Dr

Garden Estates
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Athens Historic District, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Historic District Studio Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Athens Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $1,095 | $1,730 |
| Athens Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,245 | $2,284 |
| Athens Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $1,722 | $2,241 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Athens Historic District Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Athens Historic District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Athens Historic District area of Lexington, KY is a Studio unit found at Flats at 2875 priced from $950. Reserve at Hamburg has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,135. Here are the most affordable Athens Historic District apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at 2875 | Newly-Renovated Studio Apartments! | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Reserve at Hamburg | Keeneland | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Brighton 3050 | 1.0 - 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Steeplechase Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,231 |
| Colts Run | Buckland - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (752 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens Historic District, KY
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athens Historic District area is the $1.39 price per square foot Tranquility Model at The Resort At Lake Crossing in the in the Athens Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Athens Historic District apartment is the 2BR 2BA (1069 SF) Model at Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments starting at $1,690 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Athens Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Resort At Lake Crossing | Tranquility | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1069 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Parkside Heights | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Garden Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Pops | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The BLVD at Hays | Blvd 1G- With Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Colts Run | Buckland - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (752 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Brighton 3050 | 1.0 - 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Steeplechase Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Reserve at Hamburg | Keeneland | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAthens Historic District, Lexington, KY
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Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Historic District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Historic District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Historic District Apartment is $1,095 at Flats at 2875.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Athens Historic District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Athens Historic District is starting from $1,345 at Flats at 2875.
What is the most affordable Athens Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Athens Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Resort At Lake Crossing and starts from $1,722.
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