
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $600 (29 Rentals)
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218 E 7th St

Caballo Crossing

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287 Bassett Ave, Unit 1410

Double Tree Apartments

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The Ascent1555
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Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl

Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl.

Alcove at Russell

227 E 7th St

Prime Hamburg Apartments

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The Paddock Apartments

1809 at Winchester
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Hartford Place

Parkway Manor

308 E 7th St

Heritage Hills

Valore at the Baxter

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633 Ohio St

1833 1/2 Marietta Dr

Alcove at Russell Cave

161 Wittland Ln
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Outer East Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Lexington Studio Apartments | $816 | $625 | $975 |
| Outer East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $675 | $1,590 |
| Outer East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $858 | $2,003 |
| Outer East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,020 | $2,121 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Caballo Crossing priced from $730. Valore at the Baxter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Outer East Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Double Tree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| The Ascent1555 | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Alcove at Russell | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 1809 at Winchester | A2 Maxima - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Lexington, KY
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Lexington area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Model at Alcove at Russell Cave in the in the Winburn neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Outer East Lexington apartment is the Elite 2 BR Model at Prime Hamburg Apartments starting at $1,110 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Liberty Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Alcove at Russell | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Caballo Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1809 at Winchester | A2 Maxima - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Double Tree Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer East Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer East Lexington is under $1,189.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in Outer East Lexington is Caballo Crossing which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in Outer East Lexington costs $1,488.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer East Lexington?
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 3 regular apartments in Outer East Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer East Lexington?
Cheap apartments in Outer East Lexington have an average cost of $336 which is $1,152 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Lexington.
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