
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, KS from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Unicorn Apartments

Corby Grove Apartments

HL29 Modern Flats

American Electric Lofts

Cottonwood Creek

Brittany Village

Riverview Apartments
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Woodland Trace

Riverfront Apartments -

Brandywine

Pin Oak Apartments 925 Brookside

Woodcrest

The Ridge of St. Joseph

Stove Lofts

Ben Day
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Stonleigh Court Apartment Homes

Abernathy Lofts

804 N Main St

Maplewinds I & II

Oak Hill

Southview

1601 NW Central Ave

CityView Lofts
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2411 Harlan St

830 Warsaw Ave

Summit Place

2502 Lakeview Ave

420 Olive St

906 Pawnee St

2807 Pembroke Ln

Frederick Apartments
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1141 NE Chester Ave

502 NE Freeman Ave

202 Grace St

117 N 7th St

713 Pottawatomie St

912 N Broadway St

621 Kiowa St

3128 Midland St
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148 Park Lane

1208 10th Ave

716 Seneca St

703 Green St
Lancaster, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Studio Apartments | $785 | $578 | $1,035 |
| Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $745 | $1,869 |
| Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $875 | $2,155 |
| Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,010 | $3,024 |
| Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $1,150 | $2,987 |
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, KS is a Studio unit found at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment priced from $578. Unicorn Apartments in the Congress Corporate Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment | S1 - Standard Studio (Pet-Free) | Studio,1BA | $578 |
| Unicorn Apartments | Small Efficiency Apartment! | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| HL29 Modern Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Brittany Village | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $890 |
| Riverview Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Woodland Trace | One Bed One Bath-Small | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Pin Oak Apartments 925 Brookside | 3 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $900 |
| Brandywine | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Riverfront Apartments - | 1b1b | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, KS and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Station Lofts in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Attached Garage Model at Sandstone Pointe starting at $1,995 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Bonner Loring neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Lofts | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Sandstone Pointe | 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Attached Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Delaware Ridge | 2 bedroom DR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Lansing Heights Townhomes | 2/2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Abernathy Lofts | 2-Bed/1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Riverfront Apartments - | 2b1.5b | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Stonleigh Court Apartment Homes | 2x1.5 Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Broadway Lofts | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Brittany Village | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment listed at $578.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $745 at Unicorn Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lancaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lancaster is starting from $875 at HL29 Modern Flats.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pin Oak Apartments 925 Brookside and starts from $900.
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