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1019 Bluemont Ave, Unit #2
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1019 Bluemont Ave, Unit #2

1019 Bluemont AveManhattan, KS 66502
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Manhattan Overview

Manhattan, Kansas, also known as The Little Apple in a referential nod to its larger cousin city in the east, was ranked the second best place to live by Livability.com in 2018. The town is home to Kansas State University, is home to many interesting restaurants, shops, cultural venues, and a vibrant downtown that's full of interesting things to do. Further making Manhattan, KS, an attractive place to live is the fact that modern apartments in Manhattan, Kansas, are plentiful, spacious, and affordably priced. No matter if you're a digital nomad looking for a cosmopolitan setting with a lower cost of living or a graduate just getting started in life, you'll find that The Little Apple in Kansas is a great place to live and recreate.

What is the history of Manhattan?

Manhattan, Kansas was originally occupied by a Native American tribe known as the Kaw or Kansa people until they signed a treaty giving ownership of the land over to the U.S. government. In 1855, a group known as the Free-Staters moved to the territory to promote a slave-free state. Nearby Fort Riley helped protect the young town from conflict with Native Americans and pro-slavery factions. In 1859, gold was found in the Rockies and the town was given a boost by the miners passing through. Kansas State University was founded in 1863 and the town of Manhattan, Kansas, got a major railway line in 1866, making the town a permanent fixture on the prairie.

How is the weather in Manhattan?

Weather in Manhattan is what you would expect for life on the prairie: hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Summer temperatures can reach as high as 92 degrees Fahrenheit around the middle of July with overnight lows of 70, and reach as low as 20 degrees towards the end of December/beginning of January. The average daily high during winter is around 45 degrees between November to February.

How do I get around town?

In order to get around town with ease, you're going to need a car. The public transportation options in Manhattan, KS, are limited to the aTa bus system which serves the Flint Hills area. There are noátaxi companies or livery companies operating apart from Uber and Lyft. Micro-mobility network companies are allowed to operate e-scooters inside city limits and on Kansas State's Manhattan campus. Need to fly out? Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) offers flights to major cities in nearby states and helps you connect to larger metro airports for longer-distance flights.á

What is the Manhattan commute like?

Three major highways serve and converge The Little Apple from each cardinal direction. Highway I-24 (Turtle Creek Blvd) is a north-south roadway that veers off to the northeast at the western edge of town. It also continues further south to link up with Highway K-18, an east-west roadway that connects with 177 just south and east of town. Highway 177 heads directly south through the state of Kansas. Traffic is moderate throughout the day with an average of 400,000 cars using the roadways in a 24-hour period. That means you can expect the occasional traffic jam, accident, or slow 18-wheeler on side streets during your commute.

What are the local media outlets?

Local media for Manhattan includes KMAN Radio 1350 FM, KSNT TV News Topkea, WIBW TV News Topeka, and Manhattan Mercury Newspaper. Kansas State University's radio station is KSDB-FM 91.9, NPR out of Lawrence Kansas is on 97.9 and 99.5, KMKF is on 101.5, and KXBZ is at 104.7. KSU also has a television station that broadcasts on channel 21. All other TV stations are broadcast out of the Topeka, KS, media market.á

Why live in Manhattan, KS?

Choosing to live in apartments in Manhattan, Kansas comes with the benefit of living in a town with a low crime rate, the amenities that come with being in a college town, affordability, and a stable and strong economy with multiple economic anchors. The crime rate is low and most incidents consist of petty crime. Overall, the town has an urban/suburban feel that eliminates the feeling of living out in the middle of Nowheresville, USA.

What Manhattan landmarks should I see?

Kansas State University is the most famous landmark in Manhattan. Opened in 1863, it was the first public university in the state of Kansas. KSU is a highly-regarded research university that offers 45 doctoral degrees and is involved in space research. Not bad for a school that started out as a school that wasn't sure if it should engage in agricultural research or liberal arts.á

What is there to do around Manhattan?

Manhattan, Kansas, has an active cultural scene with sites like the Flint Hills Discovery Center, Sunset Zoo, Mariana Kistler Beach Museum of Art, the Manhattan Arts Center, and the Flint Hills at Konza Prairie. Looking for a little adventure? Head over to Wildwood Adventure Park to ride one of seven ziplines, enjoy the outdoors at Tuttle Creek State Park, and go canoeing, kayaking, or rafting on the Kansas River. After a day of adventure indoors and out, head over to Varsity Donuts for some sweet, delicious carbs and the Call Hall Dairy Bar featuring ice cream made fresh daily.á

Any annual festivals or Manhattan events to know?

There's something to do in The Little Apple year-round with multiple festivals and events that include the Bleeding Kansas Gravelduro bike ride, Bill Snyder Highway Half Marathon, Festival of Lights after Thanksgiving, National Festival of Breads, and Konza United Way Restaurant Week. Music lovers won't want to miss out on the Heartland Stampede Music Festival. Those who enjoy fermented grapes will want to check out the production of local wineries at Flint Hills Festival of Wines.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

When you're looking to get out of town for a while, you can head east to Kansas City and enjoy life in the big city for a day or two. Alternatively, you can head south to Wichita or go even further to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Closer to home to the west of Manhattan, KS, is Milford State Park located on Milford Lake. Take a day off and enjoy spending some time on the lake whether it be fishing, boating or swimming.á

Where is the best place to move in Manhattan?

Manhattan, Kansas, is one of those towns where there's little in the way of undesirable neighborhoods. Someone looking for an engaged community will want to look at the neighborhoods of Eugene Field, City Park West, North Pointe, and Grandview. If the desire to live in less built-up areas, Ogden, St. George, Wamego and Keats offer more space along with a feeling of being in a rural part of the country.á

Manhattan, KS
Population: 54,959

Ranked #701

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Manhattan Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Manhattan ranges from $650 to $1,601 with an average monthly rent of $905.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Manhattan cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Manhattan range from $699 to $1,882. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,151.

How expensive are Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 46 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Manhattan on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $935 to $2,144 - averaging $1,367 for the location.

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