
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barker Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (89 Rentals)
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929-933 Kentucky St

Oread Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

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920 W 3rd St, Unit 920 w 3rd st.

Village Square

Harper Square Apartments

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1902 Kentucky St, Unit B

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1215 Tennessee St

Briarstone
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Union Flats & Townhomes

700 Mass Apartments

Fieldhouse View Apartments

Park 25 Apartments

Autumn and August Place Apartments

Village 1 / Hawk's Landing

Union at the Loop

Highpointe Apartments

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2020 W 9th St, Unit 1

Chase Court
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901 Lofts

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1329 Connecticut St, Unit Apt2

100 Arkansas St

Sagebrook on 9th

947 Lofts

738 Massachusetts St

1332 Crosswinds Ct

1621West Apartments

888 Lofts

601-603 Rockledge Rd
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West Hills Apartments

847 Massachusetts St

Sunrise Terrace

734 Massachusetts St

PENN STREET LOFTS

Ocho Court

Acorn Apartments

Hanover Place - 200 Hanover Pl #1

Chamberlain Court

Poehler Lofts
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Regency Place

The Cedar Apartments

913 Michigan St

Eastview Apartments

Hanover Place

Red Oak Apartments

Maple Lane Apartments

The Woods

Crimson Apartments

1510 Kentucky 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 | $943 | $728 | $1,120 |
| Barker 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $585 | $2,120 |
| Barker 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $469 | $2,600 |
| Barker 3 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $439 | $1,500 |
| Barker 4 Bedroom Apartments | $934 | $509 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Barker Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available Barker Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barker area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Red Hawk Apartments priced from $585. Union Flats & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Barker apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hawk Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $585 |
| Union Flats & Townhomes | S1 ARTISAN | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 700 Mass Apartments | 734-B | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Gazebo Apartments | All Electric 2 Bed/1 Bath- SUMMER SPECIAL Only ... | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Harper Square Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi... | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barker, KS
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barker area is the $1.13 price per square foot Rustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros... Model at Crosswinds East in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Barker apartment is the 3BR - Upgraded Model at Sunrise Terrace starting at $1,295 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barker apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosswinds East | Rustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| West Hills Apartments | 2x1.5 Premium | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Harper Square Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Gazebo Apartments | All Electric 2 Bed/1 Bath- SUMMER SPECIAL Only ... | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Red Hawk Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Best Local Schools in Barker, Lawrence, KS
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barker Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barker?
The cheapest apartment in Barker is Red Hawk Apartments which is listed at $585, while the average apartment in Barker costs $1,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barker?
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 3 regular apartments in Barker 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 Barker?
Cheap apartments in Barker have an average cost of $392 which is $683 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Barker.
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