Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (60 Rentals)

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Hillrise Place
Studio Apartments

Hillrise Place

709 Hill Rise CtLexington, KY 40504
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1356 Royalty Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1356 Royalty Ct

1356 Royalty CtLexington, KY 40504
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1592 Alexandria Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1592 Alexandria Dr

1592 Alexandria DrLexington, KY 40504

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Preakness Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Preakness Apartments

1707-1724 Versailles RdLexington, KY 40504
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Oxford Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Circle

1805 Oxford CirLexington, KY 40504
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Medical View Properties
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Medical View Properties

805 Press AveLexington, KY 40508
Student Housing
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Stableview
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stableview

1050 Horsemans LnLexington, KY 40504
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Bluegrass Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bluegrass Commons

165 Virginia AveLexington, KY 40508
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Park Vista
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Vista

1270 Village DrLexington, KY 40504
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Cambridge Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Park

2045 Cambridge DrLexington, KY 40504
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Christian Tpwers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Christian Tpwers

1511 Versailles RdLexington, KY 40504
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Whitney Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whitney Woods

700 Whitney Woods PlLexington, KY 40504
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Townley Park East
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Townley Park East

158 Louie PlLexington, KY 40511
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Medical Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Medical Villas

180 Leader AveLexington, KY 40508
Student Housing
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Outer West Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer West Lexington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at VELO Lexington priced from $745. 1592 Alexandria Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Outer West Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VELO LexingtonNEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO...1BR,1BA$745
1592 Alexandria Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$750
Preakness ApartmentsP111BR,1BA$750
Emerson Center 62+ Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
1901 Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$755
Oxford Circleoxf 1.11BR,1BA$760
Twenty Two Twenty2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1BA$805
Park VistaPV1.11BR,1BA$829
The Crossings Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$860
The Studios at Belmont - MAJOR UTILITIES INCLStudioStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Lexington, KY

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer West Lexington area is the $1.29 price per square foot The Derby Model at Prime at Gardenside in the in the Stonewall Community neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Outer West Lexington apartment is the 2 Bedrooms W/ Balcony Model at Thoroughbred Crossing starting at $1,200 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Beaumont Residential neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prime at GardensideThe Derby2BR,2BA$1.29
Thoroughbred Crossing2 Bedrooms W/ Balcony2BR,1BA$1.25
Twenty Two Twenty2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$0.95
1901 Apartment Homes2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Park VistaPV1.11BR,1BA$1.12
Preakness ApartmentsP111BR,1BA$1.12
1592 Alexandria Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.15
The Crossings Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The Vue Lexington1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58
Oxford Circleoxf 1.11BR,1BA$1.36

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Outer West Lexington, Lexington, and the greater Lexington area. 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 proximity to parks, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Lexington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer West Lexington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer West Lexington is under $895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer West Lexington?

The cheapest apartment in Outer West Lexington is VELO Lexington which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Outer West Lexington costs $5,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer West 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 31 regular apartments in Outer West Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Lexington

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Lexington, Kentucky, and I'm happy to talk to you about some of the neighborhoods that I've found to be particularly charming in this small city.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.