
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, KS from $400 (42 Rentals)
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101 W 2nd Ave

Lawndale Senior Residences

924 N Topeka

Quail Ridge Apartments

911 W Central Ave

610 Houser Dr

919 W 1st Ave
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417 S Gordy St

Claremont

Fox Run Apartments

Sundance Apartments

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Ponderosa Apartments
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Horizons East

Parc At 21st

High Point East Apartment Homes

Union at Purple Heart Trail

Union Mill

Village Park at Rockborough

Broadstone Villas

Windemere at Tallgrass
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21 Rock Apartments

The Vineyards

Eaglerock Village Apartments

Cross Creek Apartments and Townhomes

Northpark Residences

Andover Crossing Apartments

Inwood Crossings
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SunSTONE at MarketPlace Apartments

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The Place Apartments

Verandas at Crestview

La Crosse Apartments

The Flats at Chisholm Creek
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Plazzio Place Apartments

621 Osage St
El Dorado, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Studio Apartments | $738 | $655 | $1,200 |
| El Dorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $734 | $2,965 |
| El Dorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $822 | $3,605 |
| El Dorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $965 | $4,355 |
| El Dorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,044 | $2,000 | $4,597 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Dorado, KS
Pricing Updated: 05/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the El Dorado, KS area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for El Dorado Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown El Dorado | $2,000 | $1,000 | 5 |
Cheapest Available El Dorado Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado, KS is a Studio unit found at Claremont in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood priced from $655. Fox Run Apartments in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Dorado apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont | Birch | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Buttonwood Tree Apartments | 1BR/1BA_S | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Stratford East Apartments | 1/1.00 - [695 sf] ( PR ) | 1BR,1BA | $766 |
| Ponderosa Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Horizons East | Hallmark | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Parc At 21st | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| Broadstone Villas | 2BR/2BA - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $879 |
| Park Meadows | 2/1.00 ( PR ) | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Eastgate Apartments | Willow | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, KS and Nearby
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3BR/2BA - Market Rent Model at Broadstone Villas in the in the Northeast Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,184. The second greatest value El Dorado apartment is the Redwood Model at Eastgate Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Dorado apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Villas | 3BR/2BA - Market Rent | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Eastgate Apartments | Redwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Cross Creek Apartments and Townhomes | Lexington | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Inwood Crossings | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| EAST HAMPTON | Open concept living with walk-out patio/balcony... | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Park Meadows | 2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Horizons East | Hallmark | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Eaglerock Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Stratford East Apartments | 1/1.00 - [695 sf] ( PR ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Village Park at Rockborough | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Dorado Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Dorado?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Dorado is at Claremont listed at $655.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment is $747 at Claremont.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Dorado Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Dorado is starting from $822 at Claremont.
What is the most affordable El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadstone Villas and starts from $965.
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