
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $700 (33 Rentals)
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1833 1/2 Marietta Dr

168 Woodland Ave

633 Ohio St

3510 Lansdowne Dr

1854 Augusta Dr

1805 Oxford Cir, Unit 10

246 Warnock St
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426 E Fifth St

3573 Laredo Dr

811 Shelby Ave

3673 Bass Ct

419 E Fifth St

653 Jackson St

1100 Turkey Foot Rd

179 Hedgewood Ct
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2561 MacKenzie Ln

2716 Chelsea Woods Ct

163 Old Georgetown St, Unit 202

1176 Tatesbrook Dr, Unit A

434 N Martin Luther King Blvd

1901 Nicholasville Rd

546 El Paseo Pl

262 Osage Ct
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3628 Bold Bidder Dr

401 Springhill Dr

2414 Lake Park Rd

232 Bassett Ave

161 Preston Ave

1391 Stephen Foster Dr

1100 Horsemans Ln

211 E Sixth St
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653 Montclair Dr
Southeast Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southeast Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Lexington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,740 | $895 | $4,900 |
| Southeast Lexington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,883 | $1,250 | $4,000 |
| Southeast Lexington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,905 | $1,600 | $4,500 |
| Southeast Lexington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,375 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Southeast Lexington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtside Apartments priced from $650. BelleFontaine Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Southeast Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtside Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| BelleFontaine Apartment Homes | 0-1 | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| VELO Lexington | NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO... | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Emerson Center 62+ Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Oxford Circle | oxf 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Dawn Run Apartments | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Valore at the Baxter | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Townhomes & Flats at Fontaine | Building C | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Lexington, KY
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Lexington area is the $0.53 price per square foot 525: 4 bed - 4.5 Bath Model at Latitude Lexington in the in the Downtown Lexington neighborhood starting from $774. The second greatest value Southeast Lexington apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at The Pines starting at $1,650 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Boone Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude Lexington | 525: 4 bed - 4.5 Bath | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| The Pines | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Park Thirty99 | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 2039 Nashville Ct, Unit Side | 2039 Nashville Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Rivers at Bluegrass | Renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Patchen Place | One Bedroom Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Landing at Lex | Land1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Courtside Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Lexington
What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Lexington?
There are currently 862 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Lexington, KY with pricing that ranges from $625 to $11,680. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Lexington ranging from $750 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Lexington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Lexington ranges from $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,769.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Lexington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Lexington range from $1,000 to $3,519, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $739.
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