
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (36 Rentals)
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730 W 25th St

Village Square

1024 Mississippi St
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University Place, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Place?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Place Studio Apartments | $1,008 | $695 | $1,400 |
University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $650 | $1,965 |
University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $800 | $2,221 |
University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $780 | $2,175 |
University Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $650 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Place Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available University Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Place area of Lawrence, KS is a Studio unit found at Union Flats & Townhomes priced from $695. The Landing Lawrence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Union Flats & Townhomes | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $695 |
The Landing Lawrence | D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $700 |
Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Union at the Loop | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
700 Mass Apartments | 738-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Carson Place | Fully Remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, KS
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place 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 University Place apartment is the 2 BR 1.5 BA THIRD FLOOR FULL REMODEL / FP / LG LV Model at Quail Creek starting at $1,259 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Indian Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sagebrook Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
Quail Creek | 2 BR 1.5 BA THIRD FLOOR FULL REMODEL / FP / LG LV | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
Harper Square Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Union at the Loop | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
The Landing Lawrence | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.79 |
Village 1 / Hawk's Landing | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
The Oaks Apartments | Oaks Apartments-2 Bed/1 Bath with All Utilities... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Place, Lawrence, KS
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Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in University Place, Lawrence, KS
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
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Getting Around the University Place Neighborhood in Lawrence, KS
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Place?
The cheapest apartment in University Place is Highpointe Apartments which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in University Place costs $1,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Place?
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 13 regular apartments in University Place 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 University Place?
Cheap apartments in University Place have an average cost of $238 which is $1,061 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Place.
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