
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, KS from $400 (52 Rentals)
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Bailey Court Apartments

1744 Webb Ave

Kansas Villas

323 N Summit St

Lawndale Senior Residences

924 N Topeka

Quail Ridge Apartments

628 W Locust Ave

106 S Arthur St
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210 Ohio St

220 Ohio St

1014 W 2nd Ave

1012 W Ash Ave

201 W Olive Ave

511 W Locust Ave

317 S Taylor St

319 S Taylor St

Heritage West

Claremont
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Fox Run Apartments

Sundance Apartments

Buttonwood Tree Apartments

Parc At 21st

Horizons East

Ponderosa Apartments

Eastgate Apartments

Union at Purple Heart Trail
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High Point East Apartment Homes

Union Mill

Broadstone Villas

Windemere at Tallgrass

EAST HAMPTON

Eaglerock Village Apartments

Inwood Crossings

The Vineyards

21 Rock Apartments

Andover Crossing Apartments
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Cross Creek Apartments and Townhomes

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The Place Apartments

Verandas at Crestview

La Crosse Apartments

The Flats at Chisholm Creek

737 W Bever Dr

623 N Mills Dr

675 E Mls Dr

Plazzio Place Apartments
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El Dorado, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap El Dorado Studio Apartments | $812 | $711 | $1,265 |
| Cheap El Dorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $625 | $2,995 |
| Cheap El Dorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $750 | $4,235 |
| Cheap El Dorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $965 | $5,025 |
| Cheap El Dorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,899 | $3,090 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Dorado, KS
Pricing Updated: 08/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the El Dorado, KS area range in price from $625 to $2,000 with an overall median price of $1,000. 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 | $1,000 | $625 | 7 |
Cheapest Available El Dorado Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Shannon Plaza Apartments in the Butler County neighborhood priced from $625. Heritage West in the East Wichita neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Dorado apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shannon Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Heritage West | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Village Park at Rockborough | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Claremont | Birch | Studio,1BA | $711 |
| Stratford East Apartments | 1/1.00 - [620 sf] ( PR ) | 1BR,1BA | $734 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Buttonwood Tree Apartments | 1BR/1BA_S | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Bailey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Parc At 21st | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $798 |
| Park Meadows | 2/1.00 ( PR ) | 2BR,1BA | $869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, KS
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4 x 3.5 - South Model at Clear Ridge Townhomes in the in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value El Dorado apartment is the 3 bedroom duplex Model at Cornerstone 5th Addition Duplexes starting at $1,825 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Butler County 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Ridge Townhomes | 4 x 3.5 - South | 4BR,3.5BA | $0.89 |
| Cornerstone 5th Addition Duplexes | 3 bedroom duplex | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Horizons East | Hawthorne | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Broadstone Villas | 2BR/2BA - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Eastgate Apartments | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| High Point East Apartment Homes | Olympia | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Bailey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| 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 |
| Heritage West | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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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 $711.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment is $625 at Shannon Plaza Apartments.
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 $750 at Bailey Court Apartments.
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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