
Apartments for Rent in the Southern Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY (95 Rentals)


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Limestone Square/Medical Villas

VELO - Waller Avenue

Crescent at Shadeland Apartments

520 Albany Rd

279 Mockingbird Ln
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1815 Nicholasville Rd

1851 Nicholasville Rd

119 Suburban Ct

309 Greenbriar Rd

286 Zandale Dr

1136 Turkey Foot Rd
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Southern Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Southern Heights Studio Apartments | $1,015 | $859 | $1,400 |
Southern Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $745 | $1,490 |
Southern Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthern Heights, Lexington, KY
Ranked #63
Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Southern Heights Neighborhood in Lexington, KY
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Heights
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southern Heights Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southern Heights ranges from $745 to $1,490 with an average monthly rent of $1,151.
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