Cheap Homes for Rent in Douglas County, KS from $700 (18 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Douglas County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Douglas County, KS is a Studio unit found at Union Flats & Townhomes in the Centennial neighborhood priced from $695. The Landing Lawrence in the Centennial neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Douglas County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union Flats & TownhomesStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$695
The Landing LawrenceD1 - 4x44BR,4BA$700
The Links at Kansas I/IIClassic Deluxe IV1BR,1BA$855
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$910
Autumn and August Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/Hookup1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas County, KS

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Douglas County area is the $1.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Sagebrook Townhomes in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Douglas County apartment is the 3x3.5 Cottage Model at The Collective at Lawrence starting at $895 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sagebrook TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.07
The Collective at Lawrence3x3.5 Cottage3BR,3.5BA$0.67
Union at the Loop3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.13
Harper Square ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.08
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1.17
AberdeenB22BR,2BA$1.28
The Landing LawrenceC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.79
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.19
Prairie Commons - 55+ Senior CommunityB12BR,1BA$1.33
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35

Frequently Asked Questions about Douglas County

What type of rentals are currently available in Douglas County?

There are currently 306 Apartments for Rent in Douglas County, KS with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,515. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Douglas County ranging from $700 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Douglas County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Douglas County ranges from $700 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,815.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Douglas County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Douglas County range from $640 to $2,515, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,775 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.

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