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2121 Mitchell St

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property at 612 W 6th St

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612 W 6th St, Unit A

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LawrenceKS66044

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lawrence, KS

Pricing Updated: 07/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lawrence, KS area range in price from $650 to $5,499 with an overall median price of $4,674. The three Lawrence neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Hills at $750, Southridge at $750, and Downtown Lawrence at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lawrence Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Hills$2,025$7504
Southridge$2,025$7504
Downtown Lawrence$2,250$1,5001
Barker$4,875$72518
Brook Creek$4,875$72516
Centennial$4,875$75011
Deerfield$4,875$72516
Downtown University$4,875$7504
East Lawrence$4,875$72518
HiIlcrest$4,875$72521

Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Campus View Apartments in the Centennial neighborhood priced from $730. The Links at Kansas I/II in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Campus View ApartmentsFlatiron1BR,1BA$730
The Links at Kansas I/IIClassic Deluxe IV1BR,1BA$880
BriarstoneBriarstone Apartments1BR,1BA$895
Gazebo ApartmentsAll Electric 2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$915
Autumn and August Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/Hookup1BR,1BA$925
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing1x11BR,1BA$959
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,000
The Oaks Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi...1BR,1BA$1,040
Union at the Loop2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, KS

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $0.50 price per square foot 4x4.5 Townhome Model at The Collective at Lawrence in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the Four bedroom Model at Village at West End starting at $1,700 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Sunset Hills 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.
The Collective at Lawrence4x4.5 Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.50
Village at West EndFour bedroom4BR,3BA$1.10
Sagebrook TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.07
1215 Tennessee St, Unit Unit 21215 Tennessee St2BR,1BA$1.14
Crosswinds EastRustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros...2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Quail Creek2 BR 1.5 BA SECOND FLOOR ZFULL REMODEL / FP2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1.22
Union at the Loop2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.18
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Campus View ApartmentsFlatiron1BR,1BA$1.03

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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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lawrence Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lawrence Apartment is $730 at Campus View Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lawrence Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lawrence is starting from $825 at Campus View Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lawrence Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lawrence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn and August Place Apartments and starts from $1,150.

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