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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Newly-remodeled apartment homes
- On-site staff
Location
848 Malabu Dr, Lexington, KY 40502, USA|Lansdowne
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Property Overview
Landing at Malabu received an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5, showcasing its strong value in relation to amenities, location, and pricing. The property features newly-remodeled apartments, on-site staff, and ranks in the 75th percentile for value, highlighting its competitive pricing. With pet-friendly options, it offers residents a convenient lifestyle close to essential services.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 852 Malabu - Newly-Renovated One Bedroom Apartments! | 1 bed | 1 bath | 512 sqft | $895–$945 /mo | 2 units available |
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Amenities for Landing at Malabu
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed | Â |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Cat policy
| Allowed | Â |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Building details
Property details
| Units | 48 |
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About Landing at Malabu
Come tour one of our beautiful, newly-remodeled apartment homes! Located just outside of New Circle Road in Lexington,Flats at Turfland and Landing at Malabu are 2 separate locations that offer modern feeling, 1 bedroom apartments. You will love our new renovated units that include new kitchens, new bathrooms, new flooring, updating plumbing and fixtures. Turfland is within walking distance to several restaurants and shops off Harrodsburg Rd and just minutes from UK's campus! Malabu is within walking distance to the wonderful Landsdowne Shoppes including Malone's Landsdowne, Baskin Robbins, the Mouse Trap and more! Our friendly on-site staff exists to serve our residents and potential residents so call or text us today to schedule a visit!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Landing at Malabu is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Landing at Malabu has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Landing at Malabu offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Landing at Malabu goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Landing at Malabu receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Landing at Malabu is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Landing at Malabu does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Landing at Malabu provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Landing at Malabu is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Landing at Malabu compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Lansdowne
1-bedroom apartments at Landing at Malabu cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lansdowne.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Lansdowne
Lexington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $955 |
| October 2023 | $972 |
| November 2023 | $864 |
| December 2023 | $775 |
| January 2024 | $800 |
| February 2024 | $872 |
| March 2024 | $895 |
| April 2024 | $870 |
| May 2024 | $875 |
| June 2024 | $969 |
| July 2024 | $936 |
| August 2024 | $855 |
| September 2024 | $886 |
| October 2024 | $923 |
| November 2024 | $915 |
| December 2024 | $934 |
| January 2025 | $925 |
| February 2025 | $904 |
| March 2025 | $865 |
| April 2025 | $774 |
| May 2025 | $788 |
| June 2025 | $880 |
| July 2025 | $979 |
| August 2025 | $1,056 |
| September 2025 | $1,178 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2016 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 848 Malabu Dr?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$35,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near Landing at Malabu
Glendover Elementary School
710 glendover rd
lexington, KY, 40502
PK, K-5Public
A-
Fayette County Preschool
165 springhill dr
lexington, KY, 40503
PKPublic
Fayette Pre-School
465 springhill dr
lexington, KY, 40503
PKPublic
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Getting around Lexington near 848 Malabu Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 848 Malabu Dr, Lexington
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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