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500-522 Hollow Creek RdLexington, KY 40511
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Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing
1447 Antique DrLexington, KY 40511
1005 N Broadway
LexingtonKY40505
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The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+
2750 Meadowsweet LnLexington, KY 40511
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Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community
471 Price RdLexington, KY 40508
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Kearney Ridge - Affordable Housing
2559 Kearney Ridge BlvdLexington, KY 40511
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Westchester on the Circle - NO VACANCY
1705 Leestown RdLexington, KY 40511
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1456 Meadowthorpe Avenue
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141 Opportunity WayLexington, KY 40511
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Highlands, Lexington, KY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,373 | $1,154 | $1,745 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $700 | $1,705 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $858 | $2,099 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,240 | $2,145 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+ priced from $805. Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $854. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+ | One Bedroom - Senior 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| The Flats at 345 | 325 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, KY
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 BR Apt. Model at Emerald Twenty Four in the in the Winburn neighborhood starting from $1,714. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the Madison 2A Model at The Village at Great Acres starting at $1,975 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Redd Road Rural Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Emerald Twenty Four | 3 BR Apt. | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Village at Great Acres | Madison 2A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Townley Park Apartments | Savannah | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+ | One Bedroom - Senior 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Flats at 345 | 325 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| FIFTEEN51 Apartments of Lexington | Barrel | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highlands is under $1,975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Highlands is The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+ which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Highlands costs $1,838.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highlands?
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 7 regular apartments in Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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