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Rental Market Trends in Lexington, KY

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Lexington, KY is $1,125/month.

Rent in Lexington is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,125/month

Average Rent

687 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.7%

Change / Year

2,917

Available Apartments

Lexington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lexington average $973 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,125 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,403 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,786 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$973/month
421 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,125/month
687 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,403/month
998 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,786/month
1,295 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,430/month
963 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,871/month
1,330 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,978/month
2,007 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,880/month
1,100 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,524/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,937/month
1,517 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lexington, KY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $42 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lexington, KY

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lexington, KY
Percentage*
Rent Range
15% Below $700/month
28% $700 - $1,000/month
37% $1,001 - $1,500/month
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lexington?

Based on current rent prices, Shriners, Lansdowne and West Lexington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lexington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Shriners
$953/month
729 Sq Ft
Lansdowne
$970/month
619 Sq Ft
West Lexington
$981/month
669 Sq Ft
Garden Springs
$987/month
582 Sq Ft
Cardinal Valley
$1,006/month
681 Sq Ft
Terrace View
$1,024/month
700 Sq Ft
Hamilton Park
$1,024/month
700 Sq Ft
East Lexington
$1,049/month
701 Sq Ft
Tates Creek
$1,078/month
712 Sq Ft
North Elizabeth Street
$1,267/month
526 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lexington?

Based on current rent prices, Historic South Hill, Liberty Area and Beaumont Farms are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lexington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Historic South Hill
$1,734/month
689 Sq Ft
Liberty Area
$1,518/month
806 Sq Ft
Beaumont Farms
$1,439/month
696 Sq Ft
Downtown Lexington
$1,428/month
633 Sq Ft
South Broadway Park
$1,392/month
588 Sq Ft
Beaumont Residential
$1,388/month
696 Sq Ft
Masterson Station
$1,378/month
578 Sq Ft
South Lexington
$1,371/month
741 Sq Ft
Red Mile
$1,304/month
636 Sq Ft
Eastland Parkway
$1,280/month
750 Sq Ft

Which Lexington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Lexington with the most apartments available are South Lexington, Red Mile and South Broadway Park .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Lexington
$1,371/month
741 Sq Ft
Red Mile
$1,304/month
636 Sq Ft
South Broadway Park
$1,392/month
588 Sq Ft
Liberty Area
$1,518/month
806 Sq Ft
West Lexington
$981/month
669 Sq Ft
Downtown Lexington
$1,428/month
633 Sq Ft
Cardinal Valley
$1,006/month
681 Sq Ft
Eastland Parkway
$1,280/month
750 Sq Ft
Lansdowne
$970/month
619 Sq Ft
Beaumont Residential
$1,388/month
696 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lexington, KY?

Because the average rent in Lexington is $1,125, you’ll want to make about $3,750 per month or $45,000 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Lexington, KY is 7.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lexington is 22.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $973 - $1,786. You can expect to pay 0.8% more for groceries, 11.9% less for utilities, and 4.4% less for transportation.

City

Lexington, KY

2,917 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Lexington, KY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Lexington, KY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Shriners

Lexington, KY

Historic South Hill

Lexington, KY

Studio
-
$836/month
One Bedroom
$921/month
$892/month
Two Bedroom
$1,152/month
$1,798/month
Three Bedroom
$1,590/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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Apartment Communities in Lexington We Think You'll Love

Studios340 - All Inclusive Pricing

Studios340 - All Inclusive Pricing

340 Legion Dr,
Lexington, KY 40504

Studio - 1 Bed | $1,255 - $1,995

Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases

Studios180 - Short/Long Term Leases

180 N Martin Luther King Blvd,
Lexington, KY 40507

Studio | $1,195 - $1,795

The Avery

The Avery

6600 Man O War Blvd,
Lexington, KY 40509

1-3 Beds | $1,474 - $2,354

The Village at Great Acres

The Village at Great Acres

2751 Ruby River Dr,
Lexington, KY 40511

1-3 Beds | $1,362 - $2,195

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lexington?

The average rent in Lexington is $1,125 per month, which is 32.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Lexington?

The average rent for a house in Lexington, KY is $1,871 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Lexington?

The average rent for a townhome in Lexington, KY is $1,524 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lexington?

Rents in Lexington, KY are increasing, with prices up 3.7% year-over-year and $42 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lexington?

In Lexington, KY, 37% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kentucky Lexington Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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