
Apartments for Rent in the Barker Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS (244 Rentals)


901 Lofts

The Rockland

The Landing Lawrence

Union Flats and Townhomes

Proxi Lawrence

Carson Place

Village 1 / Hawk's Landing

1621West Apartments

Sagebrook on 9th
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Park 25 Apartments

1102 Ohio St

Sunrise Terrace

Student | HERE Kansas

Fieldhouse View Apartments

West Hills Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Highpointe Apartments

Union at the Loop

Autumn and August Place Apartments
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Briarstone

Chase Court

Village Square

Hawks Pointe

700 Mass Apartments

Stadium View Apartments

Oread Apartments

Harper Square Apartments

Red Hawk Apartments

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1310 Kentucky St
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831 Tennessee St, Unit B

923 Indiana St

2121 Mitchell St

620 Missouri St

1413 W 4th St

1120 Connecticut St

706 W 25th St

901 Missouri St

1900 Kentucky St
2130 Silicon Ave
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1300-1336 Crosswinds Ct

730 W 25th St

1740 Vermont St

1401 Pennsylvania St

945 Homewood St

1812 Ohio St

1117 Kentucky St

1041 Kentucky St

2234 Ohio St

1818 Arkansas St
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Barker, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barker?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barker Studio Apartments | $932 | $715 | $1,120 |
| Barker 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $525 | $2,120 |
| Barker 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $484 | $2,600 |
| Barker 3 Bedroom Apartments | $968 | $474 | $1,575 |
| Barker 4 Bedroom Apartments | $899 | $519 | $3,996 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Barker?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,204 | $945 | $1,695 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,753 | $1,490 | $2,185 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,298 | $2,000 | $2,595 |
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Best Local Schools in Barker, Lawrence, KS
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Kansas including Barker, Lawrence, and the greater Lawrence area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with young ones? this submarket is now ranked as a leading neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks, paths, and trails? Barker is providing fantastic access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise pets? this section of Lawrence ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barker
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Barker area of Lawrence, KS?
As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 244 available Barker apartments priced from $474 to $3,996, with an average monthly rent of $1,073.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Barker Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Barker ranges from $525 to $2,120 with an average monthly rent of $1,136.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Barker cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Barker range from $484 to $2,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,187.
How expensive are Barker Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 46 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Barker on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $474 to $1,575 - averaging $968 for the location.
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