Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $300 (50 Rentals)
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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 | $966 | $634 | $1,400 |
University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $620 | $1,955 |
University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $800 | $2,231 |
University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $515 | $2,507 |
University Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $399 | $2,100 |
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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 4 Beds unit found at The Landing Lawrence priced from $586. Highpointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $910. 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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The Landing Lawrence | D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $586 |
Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Union at the Loop | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
Quail Creek | Quail Creek Apartments--Fully Remodeled, All-El... | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Standard | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, KS
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4 bedroom Model at Harper Square Apartments in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Sagebrook Townhomes starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Centennial 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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Harper Square Apartments | 4 bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.89 |
Sagebrook Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
1900 Kentucky St, Unit C | 1900 Kentucky St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Union at the Loop | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Crosswinds East | Cozy Up in Rustic Style at Crosswinds | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
The Landing Lawrence | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Highpointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Place, Lawrence, KS
Ranked #8
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
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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
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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 $1,460.
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 $183 which is $1,277 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Place.
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