
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elsmere Park Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $400 (31 Rentals)
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Rosetown Apartments

240-242 E Fourth St

402 Gunn St

227 E 7th St

The Flats at 345

Artek Lofts
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Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases

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Park Plaza Apartments

170 E Loudon Ave

260 Lexington Avenue

312 S Upper St

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326 E High St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Stonehurst Studios
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308 E 7th St

Matthews House Apartments

Arlington Lofts

330 Newtown Apartments

704 Jackson St

633 Ohio St

Rose Tower Apartments
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Central Christian Church Apartments

Lincoln Terrace Apartments

524 W Third St

244 Warnock St

426 E Fifth St

271 Lexington Ave

615 N Upper St
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620 N Limestone

425 Chestnut St

1107 Highland Park Dr
Elsmere Park, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsmere Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsmere Park Studio Apartments | $1,318 | $589 | $1,795 |
| Elsmere Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $800 | $2,486 |
| Elsmere Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $900 | $2,100 |
| Elsmere Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $1,000 | $1,945 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elsmere Park Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Elsmere Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elsmere Park area of Lexington, KY is a 4 Beds unit found at Hub Lexington Upper priced from $1,115. Artek Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Elsmere Park apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Lexington Upper | 4x2 Mansion | 4BR,2BA | $1,115 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere Park, KY
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere Park area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2x2 VIP Model at Hub Lexington Upper in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Elsmere Park apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 260 Lexington Avenue starting at $1,450 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsmere Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Lexington Upper | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 260 Lexington Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleElsmere Park, Lexington, KY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsmere Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elsmere Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elsmere Park is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elsmere Park?
The cheapest apartment in Elsmere Park is Artek Lofts which is listed at $1,180, while the average apartment in Elsmere Park costs $1,893.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elsmere Park?
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 5 regular apartments in Elsmere Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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