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PENN STREET LOFTS
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

PENN STREET LOFTS

801 Pennsylvania StLawrence, KS 66044
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Acorn Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acorn Apartments

1904 W 25th StLawrence, KS 66046
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Ocho Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocho Court

1743 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Chamberlain Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Court

1733-1737 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Poehler Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Poehler Lofts

619 E 8th StLawrence, KS 66044
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Regency Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Place

1301 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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The Cedar Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Cedar Apartments

2411 Cedarwood AveLawrence, KS 66046
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913 Michigan St
Studio Apartments

913 Michigan St

913 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lawrence, KS

Pricing Updated: 08/29/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lawrence, KS area range in price from $439 to $3,600 with an overall median price of $1,116. The three Lawrence neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown University at $1,012, Barker at $1,035, and Brook Creek at $1,035. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lawrence Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown University$1,012$43925
Barker$1,035$43946
Brook Creek$1,035$43933
South Hills$1,035$72519
Southridge$1,035$72520
East Lawrence$1,040$43940
Downtown Lawrence$1,050$82514
Prairie Park$1,050$86515
North Lawrence$1,054$43923
Deerfield$1,059$43928

Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawrence, KS is a 3 Beds unit found at Hawks Pointe in the Centennial neighborhood priced from $519. The Landing Lawrence in the Centennial neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hawks Pointe3x2-The Alma Mater (W/D)3BR,2BA$519
The Landing LawrenceD1 - 4x44BR,4BA$785
BriarstoneBriarstone Apartments1BR,1BA$845
Campus View ApartmentsSoHo2BR,1BA$885
Autumn and August Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/Hookup1BR,1BA$925
Hanover Place2 Bed 1.5 Bath Plan 52BR,1BA$940
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing1x11BR,1BA$959
The Links at Kansas I/IICustom Deluxe III1BR,1BA$960
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, KS

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $1.10 price per square foot Four bedroom Model at Village at West End in the in the Sunset Hills neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Sagebrook Townhomes starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village at West EndFour bedroom4BR,3BA$1.10
Sagebrook TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.07
The Collective at Lawrence3x3.5 Cottage3BR,3.5BA$0.69
Union Flats and TownhomesChampaign Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$0.95
Proxi Lawrence4X4 Standard4BR,4BA$0.97
The Landing LawrenceD2 - 4x44BR,4BA$0.66
Crosswinds EastCozy Up in Rustic Style at Crosswinds2BR,1.5BA$1.08
The Connection at Lawrence2 Bedroom 2 Bath Upgraded2BR,2BA$0.95
The Quarters LawrenceB - 2x22BR,2BA$0.97
Campus View ApartmentsSoHo2BR,1BA$1.06

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lawrence Overview

Apartment life in Lawrence, KS is absolutely astounding. Many of the more historic buildings provide a rustic feel to them that makes them feel more like a home than an apartment, but you still get the convenience of apartment life. Some apartments even feature brick interiors, which is something you don't see in most cities around the US. The outdoor scenery is simply stunning, looking out your window is like looking at a classical painting, it's just that beautiful.

Why live in Lawrence, KS?

"If you enjoy a rustic environment and gorgeous scenery, Lawrence is the place for you. Many parts of the city have that down-home ""historic"" feel to them that is so lacking in many other parts of the USA. The art scene is also alive and well in Lawrence, so if you're seeking a more artistic lifestyle, this is the place for you. And being just a short distance away from Kansas City, you'll have a quick commute to the big city while not having to actually reside there."

Lawrence, KS
Population: 97,286

Ranked #322

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lawrence Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

The cheapest apartment in Lawrence is Briarstone which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Lawrence costs $1,116.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lawrence?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 380 regular apartments in Lawrence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lawrence?

Cheap apartments in Lawrence have an average cost of $297 which is $819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lawrence.

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