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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Lexington, KY
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Lexington rent stands today
Lexington, KY rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,497/month. Month over month, rent cooled 2.0%, reflecting a recent pullback after reaching $1,525/month in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Lexington, KY is 21.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering renters a market that is more accessible than many other metros. The city has 614 total rentals, providing a moderate selection of options.
Price ranges
Studios in Lexington rent for $950/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,002/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,300/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,785/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,100/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,950/month while apartments are lower at $1,199/month, reflecting distinct price tiers across property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Open Gates rents rose 24.6% year over year, contrasting with the citywide trend of essentially flat rents. This neighborhood's increase shows localized strength in Lexington, KY's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Lexington
$1,497/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Lexington is $1,497 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $403 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lexington
614
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lexington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lexington, KY
Average rent prices in Lexington have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same 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 $1,199, whereas a house costs $1,950. 1-bedroom apartments in Lexington run $1,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,294.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 |  22% |  12% | |
1 bedroom | $1,001 | 6% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,300 | No Change | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,785 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $3,100 | 9% | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Lexington | $1,347 | |
Eastland Parkway | $975 | |
Garden Springs | $1,347 | |
Historic South Hill | $1,725 | |
Lansdowne Merrick | $1,450 | |
Liberty Area | $1,618 | |
Masterson Station | $1,897 | |
North Upper Street | $1,272 | |
Picadome | $1,395 | |
Shriners | $1,297 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,199 | 3% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,650 | 3% | 27% | |
Houses | $1,950 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $889 | 2% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
12%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,001
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,785
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
11%
Liberty Area
Average rent
$1,618
Eastland Parkway
Average rent
$975
North Upper Street
Average rent
$1,272
Historic South Hill
Average rent
$1,725
Picadome
Average rent
$1,395
Garden Springs
Average rent
$1,347
Lansdowne Merrick
Average rent
$1,450
Downtown Lexington
Average rent
$1,347
Masterson Station
Average rent
$1,897
Shriners
Average rent
$1,297
Apartments
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
27%
Houses
Average rent
$1,950
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$889
Last 30 days
2%
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
21%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lexington, KY is 41% higher than the median rent in Berea, KY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,062
6%$1,025
8%$1,800
8%$1,197
44%$1,499
2%$1,195
46%$1,499
15%$1,340
31%$1,125
13%$1,547
1%$1,600
2%$1,175
2%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 | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 2% higher |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 20% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 12% lower |
Discover rentals in Lexington, KY
5d+ ago
1685 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
1 bed
1 bath
$525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1349 Devonport Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
22h ago
301 Burley Ave, Lexington, KY 40503
4 beds
3 baths
$650–$675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
1568 Alexandria Dr #5B, Lexington, KY 40504
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 14
2d ago
House for rent in Lexington
2104 Island Pt, Lexington, KY 40502
4 beds
5 baths
$11,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lexington
5 beds
5 baths
$6,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
624 Golfview Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
5 beds
5 baths
$6,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lexington
3 beds
2 baths
$6,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Jan 12
18h ago
Verified
3900 Crosby Dr, Lexington, KY 40515
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,130–$3,536
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$953–$1,412
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,204–$1,290
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
408 408 Bainbridge Court - 1 & 2, Lexington, KY 40509
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$953–$1,412
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,204–$1,290
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
471 Price Rd, Lexington, KY 40508
1 bed
1 bath
$960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
8h ago
Verified
302 Gunn St, Lexington, KY 40508
1 bed
1 bath
$960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 9
2h ago
Verified
175 N Locust Hill Dr, Lexington, KY 40509
1 bed
1 bath
$953–$1,016
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
175 N Mount Tabor Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,204–$1,290
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lexington
4 beds
2 baths
$1,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lexington
Studio
1 bath
$860
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 $1,497 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lexington?
Average rent prices in Lexington have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Lexington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lexington is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $403 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lexington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lexington are Eastland Parkway ($975/mo), North Upper Street ($1,272/mo), and Shriners ($1,297/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lexington?
To comfortably afford rent in Lexington, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/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).