Apartments for Rent in the Downtown University Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS (142 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 923 Indiana St

$2,200

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$2,200
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$2,200

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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923 Indiana St

LawrenceKS66044
property at 614 Alabama St

$2,000

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 7

614 Alabama St

LawrenceKS66044

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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Hobbs Taylor Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hobbs Taylor Lofts

718-730 New Hampshire StLawrence, KS 66044

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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1145 Indiana St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1145 Indiana St

1145 Indiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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1137 Indiana St
Studio Apartments

1137 Indiana St

1137 Indiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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1244 Louisiana St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1244 Louisiana St

1244 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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Hawks Pointe III
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hawks Pointe III

1145 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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502 W 14th St
Studio Apartments

502 W 14th St

502 W 14th StLawrence, KS 66044

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Downtown University, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown University, Lawrence, KS

Ranked #17

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Kansas, including Lawrence. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. This area of town has come to be a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated education.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and greenspace is something they look for when they rent. Downtown University is known as providing top-rated access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

This section of Lawrence ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown University

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown University area of Lawrence, KS?

As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 142 available Downtown University apartments priced from $439 to $3,600, with an average monthly rent of $1,257.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown University Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown University ranges from $809 to $2,120 with an average monthly rent of $1,210.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown University cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown University range from $469 to $2,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,385.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.