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The Dawn Run Apartments
1800 Augusta CtLexington, KY 40505
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Caballo Crossing
500-522 Hollow Creek RdLexington, KY 40511
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Rosetown Apartments
320 Elm Tree LnLexington, KY 40508
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2160 Fontaine RdLexington, KY 40502
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1053 Winburn DrLexington, KY 40511
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Shorelake Apartments
820 Malabu DrLexington, KY 40502
468 N Limestone
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Double Tree Apartments
1544 Meade CtLexington, KY 40505
209 Lakeshore Dr
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402 Gunn St
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Idle Hour Villas
2129-2213 Coburn BlvdLexington, KY 40502
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Hartford Place
1598 Martha CtLexington, KY 40505
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Central Park Apartments
630 Central AveLexington, KY 40502
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BelleFontaine Apartment Homes
2208-2216 Dinsmore DrLexington, KY 40502
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Lakeview Estates
164 Lakeshore DrLexington, KY 40502
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3Fifty8
358 B Duke RdLexington, KY 40502
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The Landing at Lex
2066-2082 Fairmont CtLexington, KY 40502
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Woodland Park Apartments - UTILITIES INCLUDED
184 Old Park AveLexington, KY 40502
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426 E High St
426 E High StLexington, KY 40507
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Heritage Hills
1708 Jennifer RdLexington, KY 40505
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Covington Place
2400 Woodhill DrLexington, KY 40509
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Parkway Manor
431 Rogers RdLexington, KY 40505
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Matthews House Apartments
547 Breckenridge StLexington, KY 40508
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Derby Pointe
1218 Winburn DrLexington, KY 40511
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Arlington Lofts
1001-1021 N Limestone StLexington, KY 40505
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Romany Road Apartments
340 Romany RdLexington, KY 40502
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Valore at the Baxter
1597 Martha CtLexington, KY 40505
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Forest View Apartments
2035 Altamont CtLexington, KY 40502
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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 | $1,015 | $625 | $1,745 |
| East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $700 | $1,695 |
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $858 | $2,019 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $1,000 | $3,650 |
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There are currently 28 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Matador North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Shorelake Apartments | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | 2x1 SM | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Ascent1555 | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lexington area is the $1.16 price per square foot Elite 2 BR Model at Prime Hamburg Apartments in the in the Liberty Area neighborhood starting from $1,085. The second greatest value East Lexington apartment is the 2x1 SM Model at The Dawn Run Apartments starting at $920 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Eastland Parkway 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. |
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| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | 2x1 SM | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Matador North Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Shorelake Apartments | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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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 $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in East Lexington is Caballo Crossing which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Lexington costs $1,506.
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 23 regular apartments in East Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Lexington?
Cheap apartments in East Lexington have an average cost of $291 which is $1,215 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lexington.
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