
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (9 Rentals)
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $775 | $1,899 |
Downtown Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $845 | $1,595 |
Downtown Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $954 | $1,625 |
Downtown Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $829 | $929 |
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There are currently 9 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. Carson Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,080. 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 |
Carson Place | Fully Remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, KS
As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lawrence area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3BR - Upgraded Model at Sunrise Terrace in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Downtown Lawrence apartment is the 2x1 Model at Fieldhouse View Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.40 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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Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Carson Place | Fully Remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Student | HERE Kansas | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
Ranked #22
Among cities in Kansas 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 $1,069.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 11 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Lawrence?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lawrence have an average cost of $601 which is $468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lawrence.
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