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Last updated on September 14, 2026
Average rent in
Lexington, KY
Average rent in
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lexington rent stands today
Lexington, KY rent rose 6.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,545/month matching the city peak. Renters today are paying $185 more per month on average than last year as rents have climbed steadily since April 2025.
Compared to national trends
Lexington sits 18.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters with 529 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
In Lexington, studios rent for $1,250/month, 1-bedrooms for $997/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,350/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,795/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,200/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents available across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Picadome rents rose 56.7% year over year to $2,500/month, and Historic South Hill increased 23.7% to $2,350/month. Meanwhile, Palomar rents fell 56.4% to $1,525/month and Open Gates dropped 55.8% to $1,460/month, reflecting varied trends within Lexington's overall rising market.
Median rent
Median rent in Lexington
$1,545/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Lexington is $1,545 per month as of September 2026. This is 19% below the national average rent, or $355 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lexington
529
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lexington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lexington, KY
Average rent prices in Lexington have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lexington, KY
Rent prices in Lexington vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lexington is $1,195, whereas a house costs $1,895. 1-bedroom apartments in Lexington run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,293.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,250 |  1% | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $997 | 2% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,350 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,795 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $3,200 | 18% | 20% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Lexington | $1,697 | |
Eastland Parkway | $975 | |
Garden Springs | $1,747 | |
Georgetown | $1,249 | |
Historic South Hill | $2,349 | |
Liberty Area | $1,631 | |
Masterson Station | $1,837 | |
North Upper Street | $1,100 | |
Picadome | $2,500 | |
Plantation | $1,165 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,195 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,710 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,895 | 11% | No Change | |
Rooms | $829 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$997
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
18%
Last year
20%
Liberty Area
Average rent
$1,631
Eastland Parkway
Average rent
$975
Garden Springs
Average rent
$1,747
Picadome
Average rent
$2,500
North Upper Street
Average rent
$1,100
Downtown Lexington
Average rent
$1,697
Masterson Station
Average rent
$1,837
Historic South Hill
Average rent
$2,349
Georgetown
Average rent
$1,249
Plantation
Average rent
$1,165
Apartments
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,710
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,895
Last 30 days
11%
Rooms
Average rent
$829
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lexington, KY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lexington, KY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lexington and Berea by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lexington
19%lower than the national median
45%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lexington, KY is 47% higher than the median rent in Berea, KY.
Average rent in nearby cities
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11%$950
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46%$1,425
2%$1,162
3%$1,110
11%$1,247
1%$1,400
18%$1,245
23%Cost of living in Lexington, KY
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% higher |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | 23% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 12% lower |
Discover rentals in Lexington, KY
2d ago
1685 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
1 bed
1 bath
$525
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1349 Devonport Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 3
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
2 beds
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
624 Golfview Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
5 beds
5 baths
$6,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Liberty Area house for rent in Lexington
2331 Coroneo Ln, Lexington, KY 40509
5 beds
4.5 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lexington
3 beds
2 baths
$6,000
House for rent
Available Jan 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lexington
5 beds
2.5 baths
$5,850
House for rent
6h ago
Verified
3900 Crosby Dr, Lexington, KY 40515
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,021–$3,158
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,097–$1,208
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,245
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1749 Liberty Rd, Lexington, KY 40505
1 bed
1 bath
$975
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,097–$1,208
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,245
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
3900 Crosby Dr, Lexington, KY 40515
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,021–$3,158
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
471 Price Rd, Lexington, KY 40508
1 bed
1 bath
$960
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
2d ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,097–$1,208
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,245
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1749 Liberty Rd, Lexington, KY 40505
1 bed
1 bath
$975
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1081 Cross Keys Rd, Lexington, KY 40504
1 bed
1 bath
$750–$1,600
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Lexington, KY
Quick answers to common questions about the Lexington rental market.
How much is rent in Lexington?
The average rent in Lexington is $1,545 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lexington?
Average rent prices in Lexington have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Lexington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lexington is 19% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $355 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lexington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lexington are Eastland Parkway ($975/mo), North Upper Street ($1,100/mo), and Plantation ($1,165/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lexington?
To comfortably afford rent in Lexington, you'd need to earn approximately $62,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lexington?
April offers the best rental deals in Lexington, with prices running about 12% lower than September's peak rates. March and April are more competitive for inventory, but the savings make April worth considering over fall rental season.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).