
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Joyland Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Caballo Crossing

Matador North Apartments

Rosetown Apartments

921 N Broadway

Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community

Double Tree Apartments

1001 N Broadway
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421 Johnson Ave

933 N Broadway

The Ascent1555

1975 Russell Cave Rd

121 W Fifth St

2011 Spring Station Dr
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Joyland, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joyland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joyland Studio Apartments | $1,128 | $625 | $1,745 |
| Joyland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $700 | $1,874 |
| Joyland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $858 | $2,159 |
| Joyland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $1,000 | $1,488 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Joyland Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Joyland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Joyland area of Lexington, KY is a Studio unit found at Matador North Apartments priced from $800. Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $806. Here are the most affordable Joyland apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matador North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| The Ascent1555 | Renovated Studio Plus | Studio,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joyland, KY
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Joyland area is the $1.32 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at The Paddock Apartments in the in the Winburn neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Joyland apartment is the 2 Bedroom Traditional Model at Double Tree Apartments starting at $910 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Shriners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joyland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Matador North Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Flats at 345 | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| FIFTEEN51 Apartments of Lexington | Barrel | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Ascent1555 | Renovated Studio Plus | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Kentucky and customized analysis for North Central Lexington, KY. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joyland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Joyland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Joyland is under $1,264.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joyland?
The cheapest apartment in Joyland is Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community which is listed at $806, while the average apartment in Joyland costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Joyland?
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 18 regular apartments in Joyland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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