
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Abilene, KS from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Abilene Plaza

516 SE 6th St

Timber Ridge

Ashton Place

Coronado Park & Heights

Winston Place - 3108 Winston Place
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University Gardens - 910 Garden Way

Hickory Hills Residences

The Bluffs (KS)

Plaza West Apartments

Heritage Ridge Apartments

Geary Estates Apartments

Quinton Point Apartments
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The Ridge of Salina

Hunters Ridge

Southern Hills Townhomes

Crestwood Apartments - 701-740 Crestwood

Park Place Apartments

718 N 8th St

609 W 14th St
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2326 Kraig Rd

29 Riley Manor Cir

1815 N Madison St

305 S 7th St

228 W Chestnut St

3124, 3128, 3132 Lundin Drive

220 W 9th St
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417 S Madison St

1222 S Jackson St
Abilene, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Abilene?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Studio Apartments | $732 | $715 | $750 |
| Abilene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $924 | $660 | $1,601 |
| Abilene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $748 | $1,882 |
| Abilene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $853 | $2,352 |
| Abilene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,272 | $3,252 |
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Cheapest Available Abilene Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Abilene, KS is a 2 Beds unit found at Hickory Hills Residences priced from $748. The Bluffs (KS) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Abilene apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Hills Residences | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $748 |
| The Bluffs (KS) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Plaza West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Geary Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $849 |
| Quinton Point Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Southern Hills Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Heritage Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Westchester Park Apartments | A3-WES-2 | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Reserves at Prairie Glen | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,080 |
| Maplewind | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Abilene, KS and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Abilene area is the $1.09 price per square foot Forest Creek Model at Forrest Creek Townhomes in the starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Abilene apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan 2 Model at Hunters Ridge starting at $1,060 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Abilene apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Creek Townhomes | Forest Creek | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Hunters Ridge | 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan 2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Stone Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Maplewind | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Hickory Hills Residences | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Heritage Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Quinton Point Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Geary Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Southern Hills Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Plaza West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Abilene Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Abilene Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Abilene Apartment is $770 at Plaza West Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Abilene Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Abilene is starting from $748 at Hickory Hills Residences.
What is the most affordable Abilene Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Abilene Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hickory Hills Residences and starts from $853.
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