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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $400 (43 Rentals)
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Davis Park Station
512 De Roode StreetLexington, KY 40508
402 Gunn St
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$970 - $1,125Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
The Axis at 1435
1435 Nicholasville RdLexington, KY 40503
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$9951 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
807 Press Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
807 Press AveLexington, KY 40508
148 Shawnee Pl
LexingtonKY40503
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The Oaks at Woodland
530 E High StLexington, KY 40502
123 Montmullin St
LexingtonKY40508
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$1,279 - $3,695
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Park Plaza Apartments
120 E Main StLexington, KY 40507
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260 Lexington Avenue
260 Lexington AveLexington, KY 40508
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$1,4502 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
127 Gazette Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
127 Gazette AveLexington, KY 40508
312 S Upper St
LexingtonKY40508
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176 Woodland Ave, Unit A, Unit A
176 Woodland AveLexington, KY 40502
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326 E High St, Unit 2, Unit 2
326 E High StLexington, KY 40507
231 Walton Ave
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155 Virginia Ave, Unit 204, Unit 204
155 Virginia Ave
LexingtonKY40508
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
390 S Upper St
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1100 Tates Creek Rd
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1102 Tates Creek Rd
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585 Upper S St, Unit Loft 127, Unit Loft 127
585 Upper S St
LexingtonKY40508
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Stonehurst Studios
256 Lyndhurst PlLexington, KY 40508
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Walton Place Apartments
178 Gazette AveLexington, KY 40508
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Central Park Apartments
630 Central AveLexington, KY 40502
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Kampus Terraces
317 Transylvania ParkLexington, KY 40508
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3Fifty8
358 B Duke RdLexington, KY 40502
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Kampus Heights
350 Linden WalkLexington, KY 40508
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Woodland Park Apartments - UTILITIES INCLUDED
184 Old Park AveLexington, KY 40502
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1 Bedroom Apartments
426 E High St
426 E High StLexington, KY 40507
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Medical View Properties
805 Press AveLexington, KY 40508
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Bluegrass Commons
165 Virginia AveLexington, KY 40508
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Romany Road Apartments
340 Romany RdLexington, KY 40502
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Rose Tower Apartments
137 Rose StLexington, KY 40507
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Central Christian Church Apartments
249 E Short StLexington, KY 40507
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University Flats
1160 University DrLexington, KY 40526
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Medical Villas
180 Leader AveLexington, KY 40508
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Kampus Townhouses
429-460 E Euclid AveLexington, KY 40508
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Kampus Park
400 Transylvania ParkLexington, KY 40508
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271 Lexington Ave
271 Lexington AveLexington, KY 40508
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316 Transylvania Park
316 Transylvania ParkLexington, KY 40508
155 Virginia Ave
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Columbia Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,139 | $589 | $1,421 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $885 | $2,486 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $1,049 | $2,063 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,009 | $2,700 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $959 | $1,059 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks at Woodland priced from $1,071. The Axis at 1435 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,071 |
| The Axis at 1435 | One Bedroom Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Hub Lexington Upper | 4x2 Mansion | 4BR,2BA | $1,115 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, KY
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2x2 VIP Model at Hub Lexington Upper in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 260 Lexington Avenue starting at $1,450 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Lexington Upper | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Axis at 1435 | One Bedroom Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia Heights is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is The Oaks at Woodland which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $1,884.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Columbia Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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