Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (14 Rentals)

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Stonehurst Studios
Studio Apartments

Stonehurst Studios

256 Lyndhurst PlLexington, KY 40508
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Kampus Terraces
Studio Apartments

Kampus Terraces

317 Transylvania ParkLexington, KY 40508
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3Fifty8
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3Fifty8

358 B Duke RdLexington, KY 40502
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Kampus Heights
Studio Apartments

Kampus Heights

350 Linden WalkLexington, KY 40508
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426 E High St
1 Bedroom Apartments

426 E High St

426 E High StLexington, KY 40507
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Medical View Properties
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Medical View Properties

805 Press AveLexington, KY 40508
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Bluegrass Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bluegrass Commons

165 Virginia AveLexington, KY 40508
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Columbia Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Lexington, KY is a Studio unit found at 515 S Upper St priced from $825. The Axis at 1435 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
515 S Upper StNear CampusStudio,1BA$825
The Axis at 1435StudioStudio,1BA$920
Rose Tower ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Kampus Properties STUDENT HOUSING - 2024-'25416 Aylesford Place #62BR,1BA$998
Hub Lexington Upper4x2 Balcony4BR,2BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, KY

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $2.12 price per square foot STUDENTS ONLY 5 BR Model at Kampus Properties STUDENT HOUSING - 2024-'25 in the in the Montclair neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2x2 VIP Model at Hub Lexington Upper starting at $1,385 with a $1.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kampus Properties STUDENT HOUSING - 2024-'25STUDENTS ONLY 5 BR5BR,3BA$2.12
Hub Lexington Upper2x2 VIP2BR,2BA$1.85
515 S Upper StNear CampusStudio ,1BA$1.38
Rose Tower ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
The Axis at 1435Studio CourtyardStudio ,1BA$2.46
Park Plaza ApartmentsMaxwellStudio ,1BA$2.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia Heights, Lexington, KY

Ranked #70

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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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 515 S Upper St listed at $825.

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 $998 at Kampus Properties STUDENT HOUSING - 2024-'25.

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