
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.


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Garden Estates

Parkside Heights

The BLVD at Hays

Reserve at Hamburg

The Resort At Lake Crossing
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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 | $945 | $945 | $945 |
| Athens Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $949 | $1,787 |
| Athens Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,339 | $2,598 |
| Athens Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $1,678 | $2,499 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Steeplechase Apartments priced from $949. Brighton 3050 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,170. Here are the most affordable Athens Historic District apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steeplechase Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Brighton 3050 | 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Reserve at Hamburg | Keeneland | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Colts Run | Buckland - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (752 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The BLVD at Hays | Blvd 1G- With Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens Historic District, KY
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athens Historic District area is the $1.41 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Garden Estates in the in the Athens Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,601. The second greatest value Athens Historic District apartment is the Affirmed Model at 2900 Affirmed Ct starting at $2,600 with a $2.36 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Estates | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 2900 Affirmed Ct | Affirmed | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.36 |
| Parkside Heights | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The BLVD at Hays | Blvd 1G- With Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments | 1BR 1.5BA (862 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Colts Run | Buckland - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (752 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Brighton 3050 | 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Resort At Lake Crossing | Serenity | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Steeplechase Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Reserve at Hamburg | Keeneland | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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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 $949 at Steeplechase Apartments.
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 $1,339 at Colts Run.
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 Brighton 3050 and starts from $1,678.
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