
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY from $400 (114 Rentals)
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562 Woodland Ave

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1197 Appian Crossing Way

Rivers at Bluegrass

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3704 Hacker Ct

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Town & Country Apartments

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The Vue Lexington

Flats at Turfland

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Shillito Park Apartments

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807 Press Ave, Unit 1

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Canter Pointe

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Element

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148 Shawnee Pl

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The Reserve At Merrick

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Harrods Point Apartments - Newly remodeled

The Wellington

Belmont Run Apartments

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Southwest Lexington, Lexington, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,317 | $750 | $1,855 |
| Southwest Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $775 | $3,237 |
| Southwest Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $910 | $5,950 |
| Southwest Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,000 | $3,591 |
| Southwest Lexington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $799 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 114 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Lexington area of Lexington, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Preakness Apartments priced from $750. Emerson Center 62+ Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Southwest Lexington apartments for rent in Lexington, KY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Emerson Center 62+ Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 1592 Alexandria Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Wellington Park Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Lansdowne Apartments | Small 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| 562 Woodland Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| VELO Lexington | FULLY FURNISHED, NEWLY RENOVATED, AFFORDABLE ST... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Chelsea Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Rivers at Bluegrass | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Lexington, KY
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Lexington area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Shillito Park Apartments in the in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Southwest Lexington apartment is the Camarillo Model at Saddle Run Townhomes starting at $1,175 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the The Meadows At Brannon Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shillito Park Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Saddle Run Townhomes | Camarillo | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Bridle Creek Apartments | B1 Fayette - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Limestone Square/Medical Villas | 2 Bedroom w/ Study | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Malabu Terrace Condominiums | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Parkside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Rivers at Bluegrass | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Preakness Apartments | P11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1592 Alexandria Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Wellington Park Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Southwest Lexington, Lexington, and the greater Lexington area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Lexington is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Lexington is Preakness Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Southwest Lexington costs $1,402.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 40 regular apartments in Southwest Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Lexington?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Lexington have an average cost of $676 which is $726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Lexington.
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