Apartments For Rent in Lexington, KY
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- NEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLY$1,593 - $1,864/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Retreat at Hamburg Place Apartments | 2365 Sir Barton Way #1215,
Lexington, KY 40509 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- PET FRIENDLY$1,069 - $1,379/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVeridian Lexington | 2020 Armstrong Mill Rd #1201,
Lexington, KY 40515 - NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLY$1,005 - $1,405/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsPrime at Lexington | 3501 Pimlico Pkwy #216R,
Lexington, KY 40517 - PET FRIENDLY
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,529 - $2,238/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsForty57 Apartments | 4057 Mooncoin Way #8-207,
Lexington, KY 40515 - NEW - 2 DAYS AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$995 - $1,150/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Vue Lexington | 2070 Garden Springs Dr #LS-B25,
Lexington, KY 40504 - $918 - $1,283/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsStoney Brooke Apartments | 175 N Mount Tabor Rd #181,
Lexington, KY 40509 - $975 - $1,525/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsPrime at Gardenside | 2044 Georgian Way #LF073,
Lexington, KY 40504 - $959 - $1,559/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsForest Creek Apartments | 1197 Appian Crossing Way #113,
Lexington, KY 40517 - $1,360 - $2,077/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsWaterstone at Hamburg Apartments | 2785 Polo Club Blvd #2-134,
Lexington, KY 40509 - $1,546 - $1,828/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsPalomar View Apartments | 4121 Reserve Rd #302,
Lexington, KY 40514 - $1,255 - $1,355/moStudio1 BathStudios340 - All Inclusive Pricing | 340 Legion Dr #0B-1Ba-470Sqft,
Lexington, KY 40504 - $1,195 - $1,295/moStudio1 BathStudios180 Short/Long Term Leases | 180 N Martin Luther King Blvd #0B-1Ba-350Sqft,
Lexington, KY 40507 - $1,498 - $1,960/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsParkside Heights | 320 Hannah Todd Pl #308-210,
Lexington, KY 40509 - $1,350 - $1,550/mo2 Beds1-2 BathsSquire Mill Towhomes | 3500 Kenesaw Dr #69edc54a3,
Lexington, KY 40515 - $1,362 - $2,195/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Village at Great Acres | 2880 Summerfield Dr #105,
Lexington, KY 40511 - $1,069 - $1,485/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsOakdale Apartments | 2445 Mulundy Way #d617f81a3,
Lexington, KY 40511 - $1,033 - $1,377/mo1-3 Beds1-2 Baths330 Newtown Apartments | 330 Newtown Pike #2cfc662b0,
Lexington, KY 40508 - $1,200 - $1,600/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsGated Villa Apartments at Kearney | 2671 Kearney Ridge Blvd #9080d3419,
Lexington, KY 40511 - $750 - $875/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathEmerson Center Senior Apartments - 62 & Older | 2050 Garden Springs Dr #00caebeb2,
Lexington, KY 40504 - $1,279 - $2,486/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPark Plaza Apartments | 120 E Main St #18-1806,
Lexington, KY 40507 - $1,536 - $1,765/mo2-3 Beds2 BathsEmerald Twenty-Four | 1024 Greendale Rd #846141e9f,
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Lexington mixes horse-country charm and college energy with easy living and quick downtown access. People like friendly blocks, parks and dog spaces, decent schools, and short commutes. They dislike heavy traffic, weak transit, some noise, and safety issues in pockets.
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Types of apartment in Lexington, KY
Lexington, KY has a wide mix of apartments and houses for rent. Near Downtown, Chevy Chase, and Kenwick, you can find older brick apartments, small courtyard buildings, and houses split into a few units. Many have porches, narrow stair halls, hardwood floors, and smaller closets. Around Southland and Meadowthorpe, apartments often sit in low-rise brick buildings with open parking lots and simple layouts. These areas can feel more spread out, and exterior upkeep can vary block to block.In Hamburg on the east side and Beaumont on the southwest side, many apartments are newer garden-style or mid-rise buildings with vinyl or brick fronts, larger windows, and wider parking areas. You also see townhome-style apartments with attached garages in some newer sections. On the north side near Castlewood and along Versailles Road, houses for rent and older apartments can have more varied layouts, including duplexes and ranch homes. Many apartments in newer areas have in-unit laundry and bigger kitchens, while older places often trade that for thicker walls, mature trees, and more distinct exterior style.
Getting around Lexington, KY
Lextran, the city bus service, covers key parts of Lexington, including Downtown, Hamburg, and Versailles Road. Service can be stronger on main roads than inside large apartment areas. Driving is common, and New Circle Road and Man o’ War Boulevard connect many parts of the city. Parking often comes with apartments outside Downtown. Walking works better around Downtown, Chevy Chase, and Southland. Biking can be practical on some city trails and calmer streets, but road comfort varies.Living in Lexington, KY
Lexington is known for horse farms, Keeneland, and the Kentucky Horse Park, but renters also use places like Triangle Park, the Distillery District, and The Burl. Downtown has offices, restaurants, and event spaces. Major work in the city includes healthcare, office jobs, manufacturing, and horse-related business. Where you rent can shape how close you are to UK HealthCare, Baptist Health, Blue Grass Airport, or shopping around Hamburg.Average Rent Trends in Lexington, KY
Rent in Lexington, KY varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,605 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,670 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,795 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,749 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,750 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,738 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,695 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,650 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,600 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,600 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,612 |
| May 2026 | $1,600 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $978 | $1,427 | $1,850 | $2,500 | $1,600 |
| Townhomes | $750 | $1,425 | $1,800 | $1,995 | $1,650 |
| Apartments and Condos | $879 | $1,361 | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,200 |
| Houses | $900 | $1,500 | $1,850 | $2,500 | $1,975 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Lexington, KY
- What is the average rent in Lexington, KY?The average rent in Lexington, KY is $1,600. Rent prices range from $525 to as much as $8,900, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Lexington, KY compare to the national average?Average rent in Lexington, KY is about 16% lower than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is less expensive to rent in Lexington compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Lexington, KY, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Lexington, KY is $1,050 for a studio, $978 for a 1 bedroom, $1,427 for a 2 bedroom, $1,850 for a 3 bedroom, and $2,500 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Lexington, KY changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Lexington, KY has increased by $35. That means the average rent is 2% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Lexington, KY?There are 711 available rental listings in Lexington, KY.
- What colleges and universities are in Lexington, KY?Colleges and universities in Lexington, KY include: University of Kentucky.
- What are some neighborhoods in Lexington, KY?Some neighborhoods in Lexington, KY include: Blueberry Hill-Brigadoon-Stoneybrook-Baralto, Indian Hills-Stonewall Estates-Monticello, Reservoir, Southland-Deerfield-Open Gates.
- What are some zip codes in Lexington, KY?
- What are some cities near Lexington, KY?Some nearby cities include: Nicholasville, Georgetown, Versailles, Midway, Paris. These cities may have more rental options to explore.














