Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown University Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (53 Rentals)

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Ocho Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocho Court

1743 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Chamberlain Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Court

1733-1737 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Regency Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Place

1301 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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913 Michigan St
Studio Apartments

913 Michigan St

913 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044
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Eastview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Apartments

1015-1025 Mississippi StLawrence, KS 66044
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Hanover Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hanover Place

100 Hanover PlLawrence, KS 66044
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The Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Woods

630 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044
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Abbotts Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbotts Court

410 W 18th StLawrence, KS 66044
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1700 Ohio St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1700 Ohio St

1700 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Avalon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

901-909 Avalon RdLawrence, KS 66044
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Kentucky Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kentucky Place

1310-1314 Kentucky StLawrence, KS 66044
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929-933 Kentucky St
1 Bedroom Apartments

929-933 Kentucky St

929-933 Kentucky StLawrence, KS 66044
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1510 Kentucky St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1510 Kentucky St

1510 Kentucky 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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Rollins Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rollins Place

1403 Tennessee StLawrence, KS 66044

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1244 Ohio St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1244 Ohio St

1244 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Fieldhouse View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fieldhouse View

1735 W 19th StLawrence, KS 66046
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1712 Ohio St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1712 Ohio St

1712 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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947 Lofts
Studio Apartments

947 Lofts

947 New Hampshire StLawrence, KS 66044
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TenTen Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TenTen Lofts

945 Massachusetts StLawrence, KS 66044
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Jayhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jayhawk Apartments

1130 W 11th StLawrence, KS 66044
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Arkansas Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arkansas Villas

911-931 Arkansas StLawrence, KS 66044
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown University, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown University area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at 1510 Kentucky St priced from $700. Union Flats and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Downtown University apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1510 Kentucky St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$700
Union Flats and TownhomesAurora1BR,1BA$815
BriarstoneBriarstone Apartments1BR,1BA$895
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,000
700 Mass Apartments738-A1BR,1BA$1,070
935 Michigan Street935 Michigan Street - 2041BR,1BA$1,095
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown University, KS

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown University 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 University apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Sagebrook on 9th starting at $1,000 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1.22
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.14
BriarstoneBriarstone Apartments1BR,1BA$1.32
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
700 Mass Apartments847-C1BR,1BA$2.05
Union Flats and TownhomesAurora1BR,1BA$1.27
935 Michigan Street935 Michigan Street - 2041BR,1BA$1.83

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Downtown University, Lawrence, KS

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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kansas including Downtown University, Lawrence, and the greater Lawrence area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown University Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown University?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown University is 1510 Kentucky St which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Downtown University costs $1,109.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown University?

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 1 regular apartments in Downtown University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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

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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.