
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Briarstone

Chase Court

West Hills Apartments

Oread Apartments

1621West Apartments

Sunrise Terrace
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923 Indiana St

Ocho Court

Chamberlain Court

Regency Place
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Eastview Apartments

913 Michigan St

Avalon Apartments

Louisiana Place Apartments

Hawks Pointe III

Harvard Square Apartments

Fieldhouse View
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935 Michigan Street

The Coachman Apartments

Naismith Hall - Historical Access

Jayhawk Apartments

Arkansas Villas

846 Indiana St

1034 Alabama St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,065 | $825 | $1,959 |
| Downtown Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $895 | $1,925 |
| Downtown Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $1,059 | $1,295 |
| Downtown Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $859 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 28 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 Briarstone priced from $895. 935 Michigan Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lawrence apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 935 Michigan Street | 935 Michigan Street - 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, KS
As of July 29, 2026 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 Briarstone Apartments Model at Briarstone starting at $895 with a $1.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 935 Michigan Street | 935 Michigan Street - 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
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Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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