Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (14 Rentals)
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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 | $1,179 | $700 | $1,468 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $870 | $1,874 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,029 | $2,159 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $999 | $2,300 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $939 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 14 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 Rose Tower Apartments priced from $950. Hub Lexington Upper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Hub Lexington Upper | 4x2 Mansion | 4BR,2BA | $1,115 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio,1BA | $1,264 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, KY
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.83 price per square foot 326 E High St Model at 326 E High St, Unit 2 in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 545 S Limestone Model at 545 S Limestone, Unit 2 starting at $1,650 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Aylesford Place 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 326 E High St, Unit 2 | 326 E High St | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 545 S Limestone, Unit 2 | 545 S Limestone | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Hub Lexington Upper | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 559 Limestone S, Unit 201 | 559 Limestone S | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia Heights, Lexington, KY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia Heights is at Park Plaza Apartments listed at $1,264.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment is $950 at Rose Tower Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Heights is starting from $1,335 at Hub Lexington Upper.
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