
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hays, KS from $500 (17 Rentals)
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503 W 20th St

819 East Ave S

612 S Pine St

508 N 6th St
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20 E 15th Ave

1304 N Van Buren St

2711 12th St

618 W 6th Ave

2611 27th St
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105 5th St

2600 Adams St

3010 23rd St

116 E 6th St
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1713 Locust

211 S Main St

520 E Garfield Ave
Hays, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hays?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hays 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $830 | $585 | $1,250 |
Hays 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,066 | $650 | $1,335 |
Hays 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,541 | $1,325 | $1,700 |
Hays 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, KS and Nearby
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1@60C Model at Riverview Senior Residences in the starting from $630. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays starting at $705 with a $1.08 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. |
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Riverview Senior Residences | 1@60C | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Hays | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hays
What type of rentals are currently available in Hays?
There are currently 26 Apartments for Rent in Hays, KS with pricing that ranges from $450 to $1,950. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hays ranging from $500 to $1,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hays?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hays ranges from $500 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,190.
Expert Rental Resources
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