
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Hills Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Hills area of Lawrence.


Park 25 Apartments

Fieldhouse View Apartments

Chase Court

Autumn and August Place Apartments

Red Hawk Apartments

Naismith Apartments
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1700 Ohio St

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Abbotts Court

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Ocho Court

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Gazebo Apartments

1712 Ohio St
South Hills, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Hills Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| South Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $964 | $715 | $1,745 |
| South Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $970 | $1,299 |
| South Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $805 | $1,450 |
| South Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,111 | $710 | $3,472 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Hills Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available South Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hills area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Red Hawk Apartments priced from $715. Gazebo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable South Hills apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hawk Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Gazebo Apartments | Affordable 2 Bedroom Available Now – Free Inter... | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 1012 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi... | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hills, KS
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Hills area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 1012 sq. ft. Model at Park 25 Apartments in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,030. The second greatest value South Hills apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Chase Court starting at $1,140 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 1012 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Chase Court | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Eddingham Place | Renovated Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Rockland | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Gazebo Apartments | Affordable 2 Bedroom Available Now – Free Inter... | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath ALL Utilities Included and FREE Wi... | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Red Hawk Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Hills?
The cheapest apartment in South Hills is Red Hawk Apartments which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in South Hills costs $1,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Hills?
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 10 regular apartments in South Hills 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 South Hills?
Cheap apartments in South Hills have an average cost of $547 which is $528 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Hills.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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