Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Heights Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Waller Place
Studio Apartments

Waller Place

342 Waller AveLexington, KY 40504
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Continental Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Continental Towers

2121 Nicholasville RdLexington, KY 40503
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228 Waller Ave
Studio Apartments

228 Waller Ave

228 Waller AveLexington, KY 40503

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211 Waller Ave
Studio Apartments

211 Waller Ave

211 Waller AveLexington, KY 40503
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226 Waller Ave
Studio Apartments

226 Waller Ave

226 Waller AveLexington, KY 40503
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415 Marquis Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

415 Marquis Ave

415 Marquis AveLexington, KY 40502

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University Flats
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Flats

1160 University DrLexington, KY 40526
Student Housing
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1356 Royalty Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1356 Royalty Ct

1356 Royalty CtLexington, KY 40504
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Zandale Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Zandale Terrace

115 Zandale DrLexington, KY 40503
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Southern Heights, Lexington, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southern Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Heights area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at VELO - Waller Avenue priced from $745. Crescent at Shadeland Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $859. Here are the most affordable Southern Heights apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VELO - Waller AvenueNEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE, UNFURNISHED STUDIO...1BR,1BA$745
Crescent at Shadeland Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$859
The Axis at 1435StudioStudio,1BA$970
1729 Midtown - BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION!StudioStudio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Heights, KY

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern Heights area is the $3.05 price per square foot Furnished One Bedroom D Model at 1729 Midtown - BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION! in the in the Montclair neighborhood starting from $1,869. The second greatest value Southern Heights apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Crescent at Shadeland Apartments starting at $859 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Montclair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1729 Midtown - BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION!Furnished One Bedroom D1BR,1BA$3.05
Crescent at Shadeland Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.15
The Axis at 1435StudioStudio ,1BA$2.44
VELO - Waller AvenueFULLY FURNISHED, NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE ST...1BR,1BA$3.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southern Heights, Lexington, KY

Ranked #63

Among cities in Kentucky for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Heights Apartment is $745 at VELO - Waller Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Heights is starting from $1,690 at 1729 Midtown - BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION!.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.