
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the HiIlcrest Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (108 Rentals)
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Red Hawk Apartments

Union Flats and Townhomes

Eagle Ridge Apartments

936 Alma Dr

100 Arkansas St

100 Arkansas St

Oread Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

612 W 6th St, Unit A
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2121 Mitchell St

100 Arkansas St

936 Alma Dr

Village Square

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920 W 3rd St, Unit 920 w 3rd st.

Briarstone

Fieldhouse View Apartments

Park 25 Apartments

West Hills Apartments

Autumn and August Place Apartments
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Village 1 / Hawk's Landing

Highpointe Apartments

Remington Square

Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence

Chase Court

901 Lofts

Canyon Court

Tuckaway at Lawrence

Sagebrook on 9th

The Greens at Alvamar
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Parkway Commons

1304 Crosswinds Ct

100 Arkansas St

700 Mass Apartments

738 Massachusetts St

1621West Apartments

888 Lofts

1521 Kentucky St

506 Colorado St

847 Massachusetts St
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1312 Crosswinds Ct

PENN STREET LOFTS

Ocho Court

Acorn Apartments

Hanover Place - 200 Hanover Pl #1

Chamberlain Court

peppertree Apartments

Poehler Lofts

The Cedar Apartments

Regency Place
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HiIlcrest, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in HiIlcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| HiIlcrest Studio Apartments | $964 | $715 | $1,400 |
| HiIlcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $715 | $2,120 |
| HiIlcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $469 | $2,600 |
| HiIlcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $439 | $2,342 |
| HiIlcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $509 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 108 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the HiIlcrest Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available HiIlcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the HiIlcrest area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Campus View Apartments priced from $730. Briarstone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable HiIlcrest apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus View Apartments | Flatiron | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Gazebo Apartments | All Electric 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi... | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| 700 Mass Apartments | 738-A | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in HiIlcrest, KS
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the HiIlcrest area is the $1.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Sagebrook Townhomes in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value HiIlcrest apartment is the 1215 Tennessee St Model at 1215 Tennessee St, Unit 2 starting at $1,420 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for HiIlcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagebrook Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| 1215 Tennessee St, Unit 2 | 1215 Tennessee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Quail Creek | All Electric 3 Bed/1 Bath- Over 1200 sqft, FREE... | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crosswinds East | Rustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Campus View Apartments | Flatiron | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Briarstone | Briarstone Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHiilcrest, Lawrence, KS
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Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap HiIlcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom HiIlcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom HiIlcrest Apartment is $730 at Campus View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom HiIlcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in HiIlcrest is starting from $825 at Campus View Apartments.
What is the most affordable HiIlcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap HiIlcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn and August Place Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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