
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadeland Community Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $700 (21 Rentals)
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The Axis at 1435

Rivers at Bluegrass

Crescent at Shadeland Apartments

Brookhaven Apartments

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360 Duke Rd

1201 Cooper Dr

1114-116 Cooper Dr

1122 Cooper Dr

300 Duke Rd

313 Romany Rd

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3Fifty8

Zandale Terrace

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Shadeland Community, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shadeland Community?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadeland Community Studio Apartments | $995 | $970 | $1,020 |
| Shadeland Community 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $895 | $1,145 |
| Shadeland Community 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $1,000 | $1,800 |
| Shadeland Community 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,685 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Shadeland Community Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Shadeland Community Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shadeland Community area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Rivers at Bluegrass priced from $900. The Axis at 1435 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $970. Here are the most affordable Shadeland Community apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers at Bluegrass | Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Axis at 1435 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Crescent at Shadeland Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,054 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadeland Community, KY
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shadeland Community area is the $1.20 price per square foot Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model at Rivers at Bluegrass in the in the Stonewall Community neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Shadeland Community apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Crescent at Shadeland Apartments starting at $1,054 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Montclair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shadeland Community apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers at Bluegrass | Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Crescent at Shadeland Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Axis at 1435 | Studio Courtyard | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shadeland Community Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadeland Community Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadeland Community Apartment is $900 at Rivers at Bluegrass.
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