
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $500 (15 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Lawrence area of Lawrence.


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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 Studio Apartments | $920 | $905 | $935 |
Downtown Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $775 | $1,869 |
Downtown Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $800 | $2,120 |
Downtown Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $885 | $1,770 |
Downtown Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $795 | $765 | $815 |
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There are currently 15 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 Village1 priced from $949. Sagebrook on 9th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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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Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Standard | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, KS
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lawrence area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3x3.5 Cottage Model at The Collective at Lawrence in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $885. The second greatest value Downtown Lawrence apartment is the 3BR - Upgraded Model at Sunrise Terrace starting at $1,245 with a $1.17 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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The Collective at Lawrence | 3x3.5 Cottage | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.67 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Student | HERE Kansas | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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 Village1 which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Downtown Lawrence costs $1,625.
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 5 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 $655 which is $970 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lawrence.
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