Cheap Homes for Rent in East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $700 (21 Rentals)

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East Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BelleFontaine Apartment Homes0-1Studio,1BA$685
Caballo Crossing2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$858
Shorelake ApartmentsMedium 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$860
Rosetown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$900
Double Tree Apartments2 Bedroom Traditional2BR,1BA$910

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes & Flats at FontaineRenovated2BR,1.5BA$1.47
Caballo Crossing2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
The Dawn Run Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.20
Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Double Tree Apartments2 Bedroom Traditional2BR,1BA$1.11
Rosetown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.19
Eastland Hills ApartmentsElite 1 BR1BR,1BA$1.29
Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl.1 BR1BR,1BA$1.34
Life at LexingtonCypress1BR,1BA$1.57
Shorelake ApartmentsMedium 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Lexington, Lexington, KY

Ranked #40

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Lexington

What type of rentals are currently available in East Lexington?

There are currently 292 Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $1,761. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Lexington ranging from $750 to $5,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Lexington ranges from $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,414.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.