Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $800 (7 Rentals)

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Downtown Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Lexington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at VELO - Waller Avenue priced from $745. Rose Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VELO - Waller AvenueNEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO...1BR,1BA$745
Rose Tower ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$854

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lexington, KY

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lexington area is the $1.83 price per square foot 4 x 3 End Unit Model at Burley Properties in the in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Lexington apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Stretch starting at $865 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Burley Properties4 x 3 End Unit4BR,3BA$1.83
The StretchTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
SignatureThe Secretariat2BR,2BA$1.13
MidTown ApartmentsEuclid2BR,2BA$1.84
Davis Park Station - NOW Leasing!One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Hub Limestone2x1 A2BR,1BA$1.72
Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Artek Lofts1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat1BR,1BA$2.25
Rose Tower ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Preserve LexingtonA11BR,1BA$2.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lexington

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lexington?

There are currently 478 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lexington, KY with pricing that ranges from $725 to $4,182. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lexington ranging from $800 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lexington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lexington ranges from $800 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,680.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Lexington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Lexington range from $875 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $899 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,450.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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