
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose-oak Park Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $600 (12 Rentals)
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Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community

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Senior Housing 55+ - Christian Towers II

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Melrose-oak Park, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose-oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose-oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $740 | $1,665 |
| Melrose-oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $875 | $2,700 |
| Melrose-oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $1,009 | $1,270 |
| Melrose-oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $949 | $1,049 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Melrose-oak Park Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Melrose-oak Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose-oak Park area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Preakness Apartments priced from $750. 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 Melrose-oak Park apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
| Senior Housing 55+ - Christian Towers II | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $992 |
| Trifecta on Red Mile - Newly Renovated! | Trifecta on Red Mile - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose-oak Park, KY
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose-oak Park area is the $1.75 price per square foot Trifecta on Red Mile - Two Bedroom Model at Trifecta on Red Mile - Newly Renovated! in the in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Melrose-oak Park apartment is the P11 Model at Preakness Apartments starting at $750 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Beaumont Residential neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose-oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trifecta on Red Mile - Newly Renovated! | Trifecta on Red Mile - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ferrill Square Apartments - 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Senior Housing 55+ - Christian Towers II | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Artek Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose-oak Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose-oak Park?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose-oak Park is Preakness Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Melrose-oak Park costs $1,209.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose-oak Park?
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 2 regular apartments in Melrose-oak Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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