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Caballo Crossing
500-522 Hollow Creek RdLexington, KY 40511
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $600 (28 Rentals)
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Meadowthorpe Landing - Senior Housing
1447 Antique DrLexington, KY 40511
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Matador North Apartments
1053 Winburn DrLexington, KY 40511
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The Oasis at Kearney Creek - Senior 55+
2750 Meadowsweet LnLexington, KY 40511
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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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The Paddock Apartments
416 Hollow Creek RdLexington, KY 40511
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Emerald Twenty Four
1024 Greendale RdLexington, KY 40511
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The Artisan
2601 Sandersville RdLexington, KY 40511
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Ashton Park Apartments
2700 Magnolia Springs DrLexington, KY 40511
1029 St Martins Ave
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FIFTEEN51 Apartments of Lexington
1551 Aristides blvdLexington, KY 40511
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Wood Edge Villas
2781 Jacquelyn LnLexington, KY 40511
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Victory Point Apartments & Townhomes
141 Opportunity WayLexington, KY 40511
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St Martin Villa
412-422 Lima DrLexington, KY 40511
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Derby Pointe
1218 Winburn DrLexington, KY 40511
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Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community
471 Price RdLexington, KY 40508
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Fox Run Apartments
1840 Mccullough DrLexington, KY 40511
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Townley Park East
158 Louie PlLexington, KY 40511
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Lincoln Terrace Apartments
536 Georgetown StLexington, KY 40508
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Oakdale Apartments
2445 Mulundy WayLexington, KY 40511
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Townley Park Apartments
149 Old Towne WalkLexington, KY 40511
1435 N Forbes Rd
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537 Asbury Ln
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Greendale Townhomes
1025 Greendale RdLexington, KY 40511
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Sandersville Townhomes
2813 Sandersville RdLexington, KY 40511
409 Roosevelt Blvd
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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 | $1,239 | $800 | $1,424 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $730 | $1,695 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $858 | $3,000 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,260 | $1,936 |
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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 Caballo Crossing priced from $730. Kearney Ridge - Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Kearney Ridge - Affordable Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Gated Villa Apartments at Kearney | 1BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,198 |
| The Artisan | 1 bedroom apt | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Emerald Twenty Four | 3 BR Apt. | 3BR,2BA | $1,765 |
| FIFTEEN51 Apartments of Lexington | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1,835 |
| Citation Lofts | 2613 Bourbon Walk | 2BR,2BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, KY
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 BR Townhome + Garage Model at Emerald Twenty Four in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $1,936. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the 186 Robinson Way Model at Citation Lofts starting at $3,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the St. Martins Village 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 Townhome + Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Citation Lofts | 186 Robinson Way | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| FIFTEEN51 Apartments of Lexington | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Gated Villa Apartments at Kearney | 2 BR / 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Kearney Ridge - Affordable Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
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 5 regular apartments in Highlands 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 Highlands?
Cheap apartments in Highlands have an average cost of $393 which is $1,523 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highlands.
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