
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (17 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 | $1,079 | $669 | $1,468 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $780 | $2,381 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $1,039 | $2,159 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $1,009 | $2,300 |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $949 | $4,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 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 | $1,274 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, KY
As of January 20, 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 One Bedroom Model at Rose Tower Apartments starting at $950 with a $2.11 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 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Axis at 1435 | One Bedroom Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia Heights, Lexington, KY
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3.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,274.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is Rose Tower Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $2,324.
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