Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Open Gates Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (32 Rentals)

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2173 Cypress Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

2173 Cypress Dr

2173 Cypress DrLexington, KY 40504
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Malabu Bridge Condos
1 Bedroom Apartments

Malabu Bridge Condos

828 Malabu DrLexington, KY 40502
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1356 Royalty Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

1356 Royalty Ct

1356 Royalty CtLexington, KY 40504
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Medical View Properties
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Medical View Properties

805 Press AveLexington, KY 40508
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Lansdowne Grove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lansdowne Grove

3489 Lansdowne DrLexington, KY 40517
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University Flats
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Flats

1160 University DrLexington, KY 40526
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Medical Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Medical Villas

180 Leader AveLexington, KY 40508
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Open Gates, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Open Gates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Open Gates area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at VELO - Waller Avenue priced from $745. Brookhaven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Open Gates apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VELO - Waller AvenueNEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO...1BR,1BA$745
Brookhaven Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$840
Chelsea Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Rivers at BluegrassClassic 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Lansdowne ApartmentsLarge 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$940
Landing at MalabuSummer Availability Newly-Renovated One Bedroom...1BR,1BA$945
Flats at TurflandNewly-Renovated One Bedroom Apartments!1BR,1BA$945
Barrel Oaks ApartmentsTimeless One Bedroom with the Willow1BR,1BA$969
Regency Apartments at SouthlandTwo Bedroom/One Bath2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Open Gates, KY

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Open Gates area is the $1.43 price per square foot RM-20G Model at rmLexington in the in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Open Gates apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Shillito Park Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Open Gates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
rmLexingtonRM-20G2BR,2BA$1.43
Shillito Park Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
Lansdowne ApartmentsLarge 2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.51
Rivers at BluegrassRenovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.37
Bridle Creek ApartmentsA1 Chevy Chase - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.56
The Wellington1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Barrel Oaks ApartmentsTimeless One Bedroom with the Willow1BR,1BA$1.47
Chelsea Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Brookhaven Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
611 Buckingham Ln, Unit Basement Apartment611 Buckingham Ln1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Open Gates, Lexington, KY

Ranked #23

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lexington. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Open Gates Neighborhood in Lexington, KY

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Open Gates Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Open Gates Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Open Gates Apartment is $745 at VELO - Waller Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Open Gates Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Open Gates is starting from $995 at Regency Apartments at Southland.

What is the most affordable Open Gates Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Open Gates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Barrel Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,399.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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