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East Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in East Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,133 | $795 | $1,450 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,847 | $1,450 | $2,800 |
| East Lexington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,350 | $1,695 | $3,200 |
| East Lexington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 8 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. The Dawn Run Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. 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 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lexington area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Caballo Crossing in the in the Winburn neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value East Lexington apartment is the 2 Bedroom Deluxe-Renovated Model at Double Tree Apartments starting at $1,035 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Shriners 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caballo Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Alcove at Russell | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Lexington Square | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Courtside Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Lexington?
There are currently 296 Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,400. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Lexington ranging from $750 to $3,200.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Lexington ranges from $750 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,825.
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