
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Lexington area of Lexington.


201 E Sixth St

Caballo Crossing

The Landing at Lex

Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine

Rosetown Apartments

921 N Broadway

Shorelake Apartments

Double Tree Apartments

933 N Broadway

BelleFontaine Apartment Homes

Woodland Park Apartments - UTILITIES INCLUDED
East Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $625 | $1,745 |
| East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $699 | $1,473 |
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $840 | $1,761 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available East Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a Studio unit found at BelleFontaine Apartment Homes priced from $685. Caballo Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $858. Here are the most affordable East Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BelleFontaine Apartment Homes | 0-1 | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Caballo Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $858 |
| Shorelake Apartments | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Eastland Hills Apartments | Elite 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lexington area is the $1.47 price per square foot Renovated Model at Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine in the in the Boone Creek neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value East Lexington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Caballo Crossing starting at $858 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Winburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine | Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Caballo Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Eastland Hills Apartments | Elite 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Life at Lexington | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Shorelake Apartments | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lexington, Lexington, KY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kentucky including East Lexington, Lexington, and the greater Lexington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the East Lexington Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lexington is under $1,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in East Lexington is BelleFontaine Apartment Homes which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in East Lexington costs $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lexington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in East Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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