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Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays

New University Apartments

120 W 10th Ave

208 1/2 E Ave B

319 W 9th Ave

612 S Pine St

1411 S Douglas Ave

714 W 22nd Ave
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111 W 1st St, Unit 111.5 W 1st St Apt 2

1436 Broadway Ave

109 E Ave B

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103 W Main St, Unit 103.5 West Main Street

1017-1019 McKinley St

220 East Washington

2125 N. Monroe, Unit B

523 W Jewell St

Hillcrest Manor
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Plaza Towers

Wheatridge Apartments

17 W 2nd Ave

Rustic Hills Apartments

466 W 10th St

14 E 6th Ave

2611 27th St

112 E Ave F St

215 N Green St
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304 E 8th Ave

20 E 15th Ave

1703 Heritage Ln

5201 17th St Terrace

103 C St

165 W 5th St

1417 Prairie St

427 S Buckeye St

205 N Park Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays Studio Apartments | $525 | $525 | $525 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $625 | $550 | $675 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $710 | $500 | $875 |
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, KS and Nearby
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.38 price per square foot 103 W Main St Model at 103 W Main St, Unit 103.5 West Main Street in the starting from $750. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 111 W 1st St Model at 111 W 1st St, Unit 111.5 W 1st St Apt 2 starting at $675 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 W Main St, Unit 103.5 West Main Street | 103 W Main St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.38 |
| 111 W 1st St, Unit 111.5 W 1st St Apt 2 | 111 W 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $730 at Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hays Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hays is starting from $810 at Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.