
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (85 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Lawrence area of Lawrence.


Union Flats and Townhomes

Meadowbrook Apartments

612 W 6th St, Unit A

Village Square

Harper Square Apartments

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1215 Tennessee St

1508-1510 W 26th St

Briarstone

635 W 25th St
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Park 25 Apartments

Autumn and August Place Apartments

1745 W 24th St

Highpointe Apartments

Village 1 / Hawk's Landing

901 Lofts

Chase Court

West Hills Apartments

Sagebrook on 9th

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1015 Kentucky St, Unit 2
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Oread Apartments

700 Mass Apartments

1304 Crosswinds Ct

1621West Apartments

888 Lofts

847 Massachusetts St

PENN STREET LOFTS

Ocho Court

Acorn Apartments

Hanover Place - 200 Hanover Pl #1
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Chamberlain Court

Poehler Lofts

The Cedar Apartments

Regency Place

913 Michigan St

Eastview Apartments

Hanover Place

Red Oak Apartments

Maple Lane Apartments

The Woods
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Crimson Apartments

Abbotts Court

Maple Ridge Apartments

1700 Ohio St

Avalon Apartments

Kentucky Place

Woodward Apartments

1510 Kentucky St

929-933 Kentucky St

Acorn Apartments
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East Lawrence, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lawrence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lawrence Studio Apartments | $938 | $715 | $1,120 |
| East Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $715 | $2,120 |
| East Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $469 | $2,600 |
| East Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,074 | $439 | $1,545 |
| East Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $509 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 85 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available East Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lawrence area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at 1510 Kentucky St priced from $700. Briarstone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable East Lawrence apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 Kentucky St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 700 Mass Apartments | 738-A | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| 935 Michigan Street | 935 Michigan Street - 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA FIRST FLOOR NO PATIO REMODEL TILE/CAR... | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Crosswinds East | Cozy Up in Rustic Style at Crosswinds | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lawrence, KS
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lawrence area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1215 Tennessee St Model at 1215 Tennessee St, Unit 2 in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,420. The second greatest value East Lawrence apartment is the 1215 Tennessee St Model at 1215 Tennessee St starting at $1,590 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1215 Tennessee St, Unit 2 | 1215 Tennessee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1215 Tennessee St | 1215 Tennessee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Crosswinds East | Rustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Rockland | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Best Local Schools in East Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lawrence Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in East Lawrence is 1510 Kentucky St which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Lawrence costs $1,109.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 1 regular apartments in East 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 East Lawrence?
Cheap apartments in East Lawrence have an average cost of $275 which is $834 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lawrence.
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