
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Caballo Crossing

Double Tree Apartments

Prime Hamburg Apartments

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The Ascent1555

Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl.

159 Rand Ave
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Alcove at Russell

Revive 1749 - All Utilities Incl

1809 at Winchester

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The Paddock Apartments

Hartford Place

Parkway Manor

Heritage Hills
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109 Withers Ave

Arlington Lofts

1833 1/2 Marietta Dr

Fox Run Apartments

767 Maple Ave

566 N Martin Luther King Blvd

523 1/2 Ohio St
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Alcove at Russell Cave

1811 Dalton Ct
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 | $820 | $625 | $995 |
| Outer East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $775 | $1,644 |
| Outer East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $900 | $2,003 |
| Outer East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $1,020 | $2,101 |
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There are currently 30 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 Studio unit found at The Dawn Run Apartments priced from $790. Imperial has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $796. Here are the most affordable Outer East Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Imperial | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $796 |
| 109 Withers Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Ascent1555 | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Alcove at Russell | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Lexington, KY
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Lexington area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Imperial in the in the Northside Historic Residential neighborhood starting from $796. The second greatest value Outer East Lexington apartment is the One Bedroom Model at The Paddock Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Winburn 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| The Paddock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1809 at Winchester | A4 Alysheba - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Alcove at Russell | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Alcove at Russell Cave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Gatehouse Apartments - Most Utl Incl. | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Prime Hamburg Apartments | Elite 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 109 Withers Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
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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 $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in Outer East Lexington is 109 Withers Ave which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Outer East Lexington costs $1,858.
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 5 regular apartments in Outer East Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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