
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $500 (16 Rentals)
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1024 Mississippi St

Sunrise Terrace

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1310 Valley Ln
Downtown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lawrence?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lawrence Studio Apartments | $833 | $820 | $840 |
Downtown Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,077 | $775 | $1,869 |
Downtown Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $970 | $800 | $1,595 |
Downtown Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,625 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lawrence area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at West Hills Apartments priced from $999. Fieldhouse View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lawrence apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Carson Place | Fully Remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Student | HERE Kansas | 1x1 Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, KS
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lawrence area is the $1.36 price per square foot 1x1 Premium Model at West Hills Apartments in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Downtown Lawrence apartment is the 1x1 Model at Fieldhouse View Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Carson Place | Fully Remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Student | HERE Kansas | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
Ranked #24
Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood in Lawrence, KS
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lawrence Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lawrence is West Hills Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Downtown Lawrence costs $1,862.
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