
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY (120 Rentals)


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The Axis at 1435

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The Oaks at Woodland

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260 Lexington Avenue

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807 Press Ave, Unit 1

728 N Broadway

547 N Broadway

402 Gunn St

308 E 7th St

168 Woodland Ave

633 Ohio St

342 Waller Ave

675 N Martin Luther King Blvd

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431 E High St

The Dakota

1435 N Forbes Rd

256 E High St

530 N Martin Luther King Blvd

568 N Broadway

109 Withers Ave

231 E Maxwell St

230 E High St

Hanover Terrace
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702-720 E High St

145 Virginia Ave

238 W Second St

320 Rose St

320 Georgetown Pl

433 E Maxwell St

137 Woodland Ave

420 S Broadway

445 S Ashland Ave

517 Patterson St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,480 | $669 | $2,407 |
Downtown Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $900 | $4,898 |
| Downtown Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,000 | $2,600 |
| Downtown Lexington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $739 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 120 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Largest Available Downtown Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Lexington area of Lexington, KY is found at The Oaks at Woodland and is listed at 600 square feet priced from $1,071. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,071 |
| Gateway Lofts Lexington | Wildcat | 597 Sq Ft | $1,427 |
| MidTown Apartments | The Virginia | 576 Sq Ft | $1,360 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 500 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Penthouse | 496 Sq Ft | $1,576 |
| Preserve Lexington | A1 | 443 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| The Axis at 1435 | One Bedroom Courtyard | 443 Sq Ft | $1,115 |
| VELO Lexington | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | 336 Sq Ft | $845 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Lexington of Lexington, KY is the NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... Model starting from $745 at VELO Lexington. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Lexington is currently $2,574. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| VELO Lexington | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | $745 |
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,071 |
| The Axis at 1435 | One Bedroom Courtyard | $1,115 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | $1,180 |
| Preserve Lexington | A1 | $1,257 |
| MidTown Apartments | Limestone | $1,280 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Preston | $1,414 |
| Gateway Lofts Lexington | Wildcat | $1,427 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Lexington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Lexington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Lexington is at VELO Lexington listed at $745.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Lexington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lexington is $2,574.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Lexington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Lexington is a 600 square feet unit starting from $1,071 at The Oaks at Woodland.
What is the average size for Downtown Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Lexington is currently 512 sq ft.
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