
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the M L King Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $400 (36 Rentals)
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261 Lyndhurst Pl

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424 Aylesford Pl, Unit #7

Rosetown Apartments

346 E 2nd St

823 Whitney Ave

547 N Broadway

The Oaks at Woodland

Artek Lofts
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The Flats at 345

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Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases

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Park Plaza Apartments

170 E Loudon Ave

163 Old Georgetown St, Unit 202

Stonehurst Studios

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Kampus Terraces

Kampus Heights
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426 E High St

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Arlington Lofts

330 Newtown Apartments

168 Woodland Ave

633 Ohio St

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524 W Third St

Kampus Townhouses

Kampus Park

271 Lexington Ave

653 Jackson St

419 E Fifth St

620 N Limestone

152 E Fifth St

122 Fairlawn Ave
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M L King, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in M L King?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| M L King Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $780 | $1,795 |
| M L King 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $695 | $2,486 |
| M L King 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $900 | $2,159 |
| M L King 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the M L King Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available M L King Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the M L King area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks at Woodland priced from $1,171. Artek Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable M L King apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| 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 | $1,289 |
| The Flats at 345 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in M L King, KY
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the M L King area is the $1.88 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Flats at 345 in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value M L King apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at The Oaks at Woodland starting at $1,171 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Montclair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for M L King apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats at 345 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Oaks at Woodland | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $3.37 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleM L King, Lexington, KY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap M L King Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in M L King?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in M L King is at Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom M L King Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom M L King Apartment is $1,171 at The Oaks at Woodland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom M L King Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in M L King is starting from $1,775 at The Flats at 345.
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