Cheap Homes for Rent in Lawrence, KS from $600 (15 Rentals)

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property at 2121 Mitchell St
$650

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Base Rent$650

Total Monthly Price$650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 2
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2121 Mitchell St

LawrenceKS66046
property at 201 Illinois St
$700
1 Bedroom Rentals
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201 Illinois St

LawrenceKS66044
property at 205 Illinois St
$725
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205 Illinois St

LawrenceKS66044
property at 1041 Kentucky St
$750 - $775
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1041 Kentucky St

LawrenceKS66044

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property at 100 Arkansas St
$775 - $1,064
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100 Arkansas St

LawrenceKS66044
property at 2417 Morningside Dr
$990

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Base Rent$990

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2417 Morningside Dr, Unit 1

2417 Morningside Dr
LawrenceKS66047
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in Lawrence, KS

Pricing Updated: 09/16/2026

Current rental homes in the Lawrence, KS area range in price from $600 to $11,000 with an overall median price of $1,563. The three Lawrence neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southridge at $1,170, Brook Creek at $1,245, and Prairie Park at $1,245. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lawrence Homes for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southridge$1,170$6504
Brook Creek$1,245$6509
Prairie Park$1,245$6503
South Hills$1,300$6504
Indian Hills$1,310$60011
Barker$1,490$65013
East Lawrence$1,495$65013
North Lawrence$1,500$7007
Pinckney$1,500$70012
Centennial$1,550$65011

Best Value Homes for Rent in Lawrence, KS

As of September 16, 2026 the best value rental home in the Lawrence area is the $1.21 price per square foot 923 Indiana St Model at 923 Indiana St in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Lawrence rental home is the 2119 Quail Creek Dr Model at 2119 Quail Creek Dr in the Indian Hills neighborhood starting at $600 with a $0.39 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawrence homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
923 Indiana St923 Indiana St4BR, 2BA$1.21
2119 Quail Creek Dr2119 Quail Creek Dr3BR, 2.5BA$0.39
3612 Parkview Ct3612 Parkview Ct3BR, 2BA$1.47
2716 Larkspur Ct2716 Larkspur Ct3BR, 2BA$1.48
620 Missouri St620 Missouri St3BR, 1BA$1.41
2539 Morningside Dr2539 Morningside Dr3BR, 2.5BA$1.36
2417 Morningside Dr, Unit 12417 Morningside Dr2BR, 1BA$1.05

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Lawrence, KS
Population: 97,286

Ranked #322

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lawrence

What type of rentals are currently available in Lawrence?

There are currently 287 Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, KS with pricing that ranges from $474 to $3,996. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lawrence ranging from $600 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lawrence?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lawrence ranges from $600 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,850.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lawrence?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lawrence range from $474 to $2,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $519.

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