Alexandria Apartments and Rentals

Located just minutes from the roaring Ohio River and the bustling metropolis of Cincinnati, Ohio, the city of Alexandria, Ky., is one of the best places in the Bluegrass State to call home. The city's slogan is "Where the City meets the Country," and nothing could be more true for Kentucky residents looking for Alexandria apartments for rent. People who live here can enjoy all of the warm and welcoming qualities of a small town with the big city amenities of Cincinnati just a short distance away. According to a 2011 estimate from the U.S. Census Bureau, the city is home to more than 8,500 residents, and more than one-fourth of the population is 18 or younger, showing that this is a community that is full of growing families.

Frank Spilman, one of the city's first residents, is created with giving the area its name in the late 18th century since he and his family was from Alexandria, Virginia. The second-oldest road in the state is located here, showing that this is one of the most historically relevant areas in the Ohio River Valley. The area has its roots in agriculture, and the Alexandria Fair provides a great example of how this city's farming institutions that have held their place here since the mid-1800s. Today, the city has grown into a delightful town that is great for Kentucky residents who want to live comfortably without breaking the bank. According to City-Data, the cost of living index here is more than 10 points below the national average, making it a very affordable place to call home.

A community-wide event for more than 150 years, the Alexandria Fair and Horse Show encapsulates what the Bluegrass State is all about. Held every year during Labor Day weekend, the fair includes several horse shows, a place for local farmers to show off their produce and animals and 4H and FFA competitions for the kids.

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