Cheap Apartments for Rent in the HiIlcrest Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (80 Rentals)

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property at 2121 Mitchell St

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4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

2121 Mitchell St

LawrenceKS66046
property at 2214 Westchester Rd

$750

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2214 Westchester Rd

LawrenceKS66049

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PENN STREET LOFTS
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

PENN STREET LOFTS

801 Pennsylvania StLawrence, KS 66044
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Acorn Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acorn Apartments

1904 W 25th StLawrence, KS 66046
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Ocho Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocho Court

1743 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Chamberlain Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Court

1733-1737 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Poehler Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Poehler Lofts

619 E 8th 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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The Cedar Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Cedar Apartments

2411 Cedarwood AveLawrence, KS 66046
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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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Red Oak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Red Oak Apartments

2408 Alabama StLawrence, KS 66046
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The Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Woods

630 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044
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Maple Lane Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Lane Apartments

1121 E 13th StLawrence, KS 66044
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HiIlcrest, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

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 Red Hawk Apartments priced from $585. Union Flats & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable HiIlcrest apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Red Hawk Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$585
Union Flats & TownhomesS1 ARTISANStudio,1BA$900
700 Mass Apartments734-B1BR,1BA$900
Gazebo ApartmentsAll Electric 2 Bed/1 Bath- SUMMER SPECIAL Only ...2BR,1BA$915
Remington SquareA1Studio,1BA$925
Autumn and August Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/Hookup1BR,1BA$925
Chase Court1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$930
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing1x11BR,1BA$949
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in HiIlcrest, KS

As of May 24, 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 All Electric 3 Bed/1 Bath- Over 1200 sqft, FREE... Model at Quail Creek starting at $1,325 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Indian Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for HiIlcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sagebrook TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.07
Quail CreekAll Electric 3 Bed/1 Bath- Over 1200 sqft, FREE...3BR,1BA$1.06
Park 25 Apartments2 Bed - 2 Bath | 1104 sq. ft.2BR,2BA$1.00
Tuckaway at LawrenceCarson3BR,2BA$1.31
Crosswinds EastRustic Style Meets Everyday Convenience at Cros...2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1.22
West Hills Apartments2x1.5 Premium2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing1x11BR,1BA$1.32
Red Hawk Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hiilcrest, Lawrence, KS

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Lawrence, KS. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap HiIlcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in HiIlcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in HiIlcrest is at Union Flats & Townhomes listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom HiIlcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom HiIlcrest Apartment is $585 at Red Hawk 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 $915 at Gazebo 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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