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Rental Market Trends in Lexington, VA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Lexington, VA is $1,138/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.

$1,138/month

Average Rent

613 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.8%

Change / Year

9

Available Apartments

Lexington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lexington average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,138 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,199 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lexington average $1,152 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,138/month
613 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,199/month
786 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,152/month
1,065 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lexington, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.8%, which averages out to $43 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lexington, VA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lexington, VA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
67% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lexington is $1,138, you’ll want to make about $3,793 per month or $45,516 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, VA is 5.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lexington is 23.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,199. You can expect to pay 0% less for groceries, 5.8% more for utilities, and 14.1% more for transportation.

City

Lexington, VA

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

Use the tool below to compare Lexington, VA 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

Apartment Communities in Lexington We Think You'll Love

Lexington Springs Apartments

Lexington Springs Apartments

95 Willow Springs Rd,
Lexington, VA 24450

1-3 Beds | $1,265 - $1,350

23 Triple Crown Dr

23 Triple Crown Dr

23 Triple Crown Dr,
Lexington, VA 24450

3 Beds | $2,075

32 Furrs Mill Rd

32 Furrs Mill Rd

32 Furrs Mill Rd,
Lexington, VA 24450

4 Beds | $2,400

81 Pinnacle Lane

81 Pinnacle Lane

81 Pinnacle Lane,
Lexington, VA 24450

3 Beds | $1,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lexington?

The average rent in Lexington is $1,138 per month, which is 31.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Lexington?

Rents in Lexington, VA are increasing, with prices up 3.8% year-over-year and $43 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lexington?

In Lexington, VA, 67% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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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