
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, KS from $400 (43 Rentals)
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1001 Osage St

Winston Place - 3108 Winston Place

University Gardens - 910 Garden Way

1837-1841 College Heights Road
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1620 McCain Lane

Wildcat Inn - 1854-1858 Claflin

Wildcat Inn - College Heights & Denison

Lee Crest Apartments

Parkview - 1026 Osage

Heritage Ridge Apartments

Brookfield Residences

Aggie Village - 1215 Laramie

The Pointe on College

Magnolia Hills
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Lamplighter Northview - 812 Griffith

Lamplighter Aggieville - 525 N. Manhattan
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Manhattan, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manhattan?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Manhattan Studio Apartments | $768 | $680 | $800 |
Cheap Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $870 | $490 | $1,535 |
Cheap Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $740 | $1,830 |
Cheap Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $895 | $2,784 |
Cheap Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $455 | $2,520 |
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Manhattan, KS Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Manhattan, KS
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Manhattan, KS area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Manhattan Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Aggieville | $1,262 | $455 | 36 |
Cheapest Available Manhattan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan, KS is a 2 Beds unit found at Brookfield Residences in the Aggieville neighborhood priced from $790. Magnolia Hills in the Aggieville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brookfield Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
Magnolia Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Plaza West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
519 Osage St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $835 |
Westchester Park Apartments | A2-LANC-2F | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Sandstone Apartments | B1 - Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $914 |
The Links at Manhattan | Custom Deluxe III | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
The District at Manhattan | 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, KS
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manhattan area is the $0.44 price per square foot Ave M II 4x2 Powercat Model at 12b Lofts & Avenue M in the in the Aggieville neighborhood starting from $630. The second greatest value Manhattan apartment is the Forest Creek Model at Forrest Creek Townhomes starting at $1,449 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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12b Lofts & Avenue M | Ave M II 4x2 Powercat | 4BR,2BA | $0.44 |
Forrest Creek Townhomes | Forest Creek | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Stone Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Heritage Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
The Quarters Manhattan | D - 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.38 |
2104 Elm Ln, Unit 3 | 2104 Elm Ln | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Plaza West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Sandstone Apartments | B1 - Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Brookfield Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
1617 Leavenworth St, Unit BasementLevel | 1617 Leavenworth St | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
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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.
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.
Best Local Schools in Manhattan, KS
Susan B Anthony Middle School
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Getting Around Manhattan, KS
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manhattan Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manhattan?
The cheapest apartment in Manhattan is Magnolia Hills which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Manhattan costs $1,262.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Manhattan?
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 7 regular apartments in Manhattan 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 Manhattan?
Cheap apartments in Manhattan have an average cost of $850 which is $412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manhattan.
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