
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Douglas County, KS from $400 (74 Rentals)
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Red Hawk Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Village Square

Harper Square Apartments

Oread Apartments

The Links at Kansas I/II

Briarstone

1508-1510 W 26th St

Eagle Ridge Apartments
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Park 25 Apartments

Autumn and August Place Apartments

West Hills Apartments

Highpointe Apartments

Union at the Loop

Remington Square

Village 1 / Hawk's Landing

635 W 25th St

Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence

901 Lofts
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Chase Court

Tuckaway at Lawrence

Sagebrook on 9th

PENN STREET LOFTS

Acorn Apartments

Ocho Court

Hanover Place - 200 Hanover Pl #1

Chamberlain Court

peppertree Apartments

Poehler Lofts
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The Cedar Apartments

Regency Place

Eastview Apartments

913 Michigan St

Hanover Place

Red Oak Apartments

The Woods

Maple Lane Apartments

Cedar Tree Cove (55 And Over)

Crimson Apartments
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Abbotts Court

Maple Ridge Apartments

1700 Ohio St

Avalon Apartments

Woodward Apartments

Kentucky Place

Peppertree Apartments

929-933 Kentucky St

Acorn Apartments

1510 Kentucky St
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Douglas County, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Douglas County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas County Studio Apartments | $966 | $715 | $1,400 |
| Douglas County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $715 | $2,120 |
| Douglas County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $469 | $2,600 |
| Douglas County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $439 | $2,342 |
| Douglas County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $509 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Douglas County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Douglas County, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at 1510 Kentucky St in the Centennial neighborhood priced from $700. Campus View Apartments in the Centennial neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Douglas County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 Kentucky St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Campus View Apartments | Nomad | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Links at Kansas I/II | Classic Deluxe IV | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Union at the Loop | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi... | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas County, KS
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Douglas County area is the $0.50 price per square foot 4x4.5 Townhome Model at The Collective at Lawrence in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value Douglas County apartment is the Four bedroom Model at Village at West End starting at $1,700 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Sunset Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Collective at Lawrence | 4x4.5 Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.50 |
| Village at West End | Four bedroom | 4BR,3BA | $1.10 |
| Sagebrook Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Tuckaway at Lawrence | Carson | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Crosswinds East | Rustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Campus View Apartments | Nomad | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas County Apartment is $700 at 1510 Kentucky St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Douglas County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Douglas County is starting from $825 at Campus View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Douglas County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Douglas County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn and August Place Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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