
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $490 (76 Rentals)
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Union Flats and Townhomes

Red Hawk Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

3232 Cardinal Dr

The Links at Kansas I/II

Park 25 Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments

1745 W 24th St

Autumn and August Place Apartments
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Remington Square

Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence

Chase Court

Tuckaway at Lawrence

The Greens at Alvamar

Tuckaway at Briarwood

Bauer Farms Apartments & Townhomes

Parkway Commons

Highpointe Apartments

Fieldhouse View Apartments
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1621West Apartments

Aberdeen

FOX RUN

Pinnacle Woods

Hunters' Ridge Apartments

West End Apartments

Alvadora

Ironwood Apartments and Townhomes

The Frontier West Lawrence

Canyon Court
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2119 Quail Creek Dr

Acorn Apartments

peppertree Apartments

The Cedar Apartments

Crimson Apartments

Maple Ridge Apartments

Avalon Apartments

Acorn Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

Campus View Apartments
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Parkway Terrace Apartments

Congressional Townhomes

Windgate Apartments

Gazebo Apartments

Hawthorn Place Townhomes

Apartment on Sixth

Harvard Square Apartments

Country Club Apartments

The Hamilton Apartments

Rohan Ridge
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Western Hills, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Hills Studio Apartments | $960 | $715 | $1,400 |
| Western Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $715 | $1,807 |
| Western Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $775 | $2,118 |
| Western Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $775 | $2,392 |
| Western Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $745 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Hills Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Campus View Apartments priced from $710. The Links at Kansas I/II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus View Apartments | Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| The Links at Kansas I/II | Classic Deluxe IV | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Fieldhouse View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Lorimar Townhomes, LLC | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 BR 1 BA FIRST FLOOR NO PATIO UPGRADED PLANK/C... | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Aberdeen | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,380 |
| Tuckaway at Briarwood | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,475 |
| Sagebrook Townhomes | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, KS
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $1.10 price per square foot Four bedroom Model at Village at West End in the in the Sunset Hills neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Western Hills 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 Western Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at West End | Four bedroom | 4BR,3BA | $1.10 |
| Sagebrook Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Tuckaway at Briarwood | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| FOX RUN | C1 - 3 Bedroom - Starting at $1750 | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Lorimar Townhomes, LLC | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Aberdeen | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Quarters Lawrence | B - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Wyndam Place Senior Residence - Lawrence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Campus View Apartments | Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Autumn and August Place Apartments | One Bedroom w/Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Western Hills is Campus View Apartments which is listed at $710, while the average apartment in Western Hills costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western 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 8 regular apartments in Western 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 Western Hills?
Cheap apartments in Western Hills have an average cost of $106 which is $1,219 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Hills.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.