201 E Sixth St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the M L King Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (17 Rentals)
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261 Lyndhurst Pl
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320 Elm Tree LnLexington, KY 40508
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$810 - $1,250Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 13, 2026
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400-418 Aylesford PlLexington, KY 40508
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238 Rose St
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184 Old Park AveLexington, KY 40502
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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 | $1,261 | $810 | $1,745 |
| M L King 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $699 | $1,660 |
| M L King 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $900 | $1,972 |
| M L King 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $1,000 | $2,100 |
| M L King 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 17 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 Studio unit found at 515 S Upper St priced from $825. Rosetown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable M L King apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 S Upper St | Near Campus | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Hub Lexington Upper | 4x2 Mansion | 4BR,2BA | $1,115 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in M L King, KY
As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the M L King area is the $0.75 price per square foot 212 Campsie Pl Model at 212 Campsie Pl, Unit 1 in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value M L King apartment is the 545 S Limestone Model at 545 S Limestone, Unit 2 starting at $1,650 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Aylesford Place 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 Campsie Pl, Unit 1 | 212 Campsie Pl | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 545 S Limestone, Unit 2 | 545 S Limestone | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Rosetown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Hub Lexington Upper | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 515 S Upper St | Near Campus | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Rose Tower Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | Maxwell | Studio ,1BA | $2.93 |
| Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap M L King Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in M L King?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in M L King is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in M L King?
The cheapest apartment in M L King is Rose Tower Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in M L King costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in M L King?
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 8 regular apartments in M L King that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Lexington
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.