
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the HiIlcrest Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Oread Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Village Square

635 W 25th St

Eagle Ridge Apartments

950 Monterey Way

Park 25 Apartments
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734 Massachusetts St

PENN STREET LOFTS

Ocho Court

Crescent Heights Apartments

Hanover Place - 200 Hanover Pl #1

Chamberlain Court

peppertree Apartments

Poehler Lofts
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Regency Place

The Cedar Apartments

913 Michigan

Hanover Place

Eastview Apartments

Red Oak Apartments

Maple Lane Apartments

The Woods
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Woodward Apartments

Abbotts Court

1700 Ohio St

Maple Ridge Apartments

Avalon Apartments

Kentucky Place

Acorn Apartments

Peppertree Apartments
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Coachlight Apartments

Crimson Apartments

Parkway Terrace Apartments

Briarstone

Louisiana Place Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

Windgate Apartments

Hawks Pointe III
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Hawthorn Place Townhomes

Remington Square

Harvard Square Apartments

The Hamilton Apartments
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 | $980 | $728 | $1,400 |
| HiIlcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $695 | $1,939 |
| HiIlcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $469 | $2,120 |
| HiIlcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $439 | $2,100 |
| HiIlcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $775 | $509 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 44 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 The Oaks Apartments priced from $785. Proxi Lawrence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable HiIlcrest apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks Apartments | Oaks Apartments-1 Bed/1 Bath with economical ut... | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Proxi Lawrence | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $785 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 1012 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Union Flats & Townhomes | B5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Tuckaway at Lawrence | Tucker | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in HiIlcrest, KS
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the HiIlcrest area is the $1.07 price per square foot C3 ARTISAN Model at Union Flats & Townhomes in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value HiIlcrest apartment is the 4 BR/2 BA Available NOW PRICE DROP Model at Gazebo Apartments starting at $1,480 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Flats & Townhomes | C3 ARTISAN | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Gazebo Apartments | 4 BR/2 BA Available NOW PRICE DROP | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Crosswinds East | Cozy Up in Rustic Style at Crosswinds | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Quail Creek | 2 BR 2 BA FIRST FLOOR WOOD PLANK / CARPET / W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 1012 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 932 Mississippi St, Unit 1 | 932 Mississippi St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| West Hills Apartments | 2x1.5 Premium | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap HiIlcrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in HiIlcrest?
The cheapest apartment in HiIlcrest is The Oaks Apartments which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in HiIlcrest costs $1,084.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in HiIlcrest?
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 22 regular apartments in HiIlcrest 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 HiIlcrest?
Cheap apartments in HiIlcrest have an average cost of $436 which is $648 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in HiIlcrest.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.