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Covington Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Covington Pointe

1324-1334 N Ridge PkyOlathe, KS 66061
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Millbrooke Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Millbrooke Apartments

210 S Water StOlathe, KS 66061
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Conestoga
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Conestoga

1199 E Santa Fe StGardner, KS 66030
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Coventry Oaks
1 Bedroom Apartments

Coventry Oaks

11701 W 105th StOverland Park, KS 66214

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Cheapest Available Olathe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Olathe, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Governors Court in the Seville neighborhood priced from $925. Wind River Lodge Apartments & Townhomes in the Stonecreek of Parkhurst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $936. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Olathe apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Governors Court1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$925
Wind River Lodge Apartments & TownhomesLonghorn1BR,1BA$936
Deerfield Apartment HomesRio Grande1BR,1BA$1,005
Park at Olathe StationOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,054
Waterford Place Apartments & TownhomesThe Strand1BR,1BA$1,081
ArrelloElmStudio,1BA$1,081
Jefferson on the LakePrimrose1BR,1BA$1,104
Stonebriar Woods Apartment HomesBroadmoor1BR,1BA$1,178
Stonepost Ranch Apartment HomesFrisco - Ranch Phase1BR,1BA$1,198
Stonebriar Apartment HomesMurfield1BR,1BA$1,206

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olathe, KS

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olathe area is the $1.38 price per square foot The Hendrix Model at Greenwood Townhomes in the in the Oak Park neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Olathe apartment is the C2R Model at PineCrest Townhomes starting at $2,226 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Amber Hills Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olathe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greenwood TownhomesThe Hendrix2BR,3.5BA$1.38
PineCrest TownhomesC2R3BR,2.5BA$1.60
Chestnut Heights2BUlt2BR,1.5BA$1.60
Creekside Apartment HomesPREAKNESS3BR,2BA$1.55
Crowne Chase Apartment HomesB32BR,2BA$1.58
Fieldstone ApartmentsUpgraded 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.58
Avia Apartments on College BlvdCollege Blvd 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.57
Governors Court1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
The Wilder ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.57
Wind River Lodge Apartments & TownhomesLonghorn1BR,1BA$1.38

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Olathe Overview

Olathe, KS is the Johnson County seat. It is the fourth most populous city in Kansas. For those that may want to make their home there, it is a nice place to find an apartment and settle in. Here is a look at what makes Olathe a good place to check out.

Why live in Olathe, KS?

Olathe offers an ideal suburban atmosphere, while sitting only just a comfortable half hour or so from Kansas City. The area is beautiful and very suitable for those that want to see a little more nature around them. The city is also in the midst of an economic boom, which can make it a good place to start fresh or start over. In addition, that boom means apartments in Olathe are plentiful and competitively priced.

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Getting Around Olathe, KS

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

7 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Olathe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olathe?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olathe is at Arrello listed at $1,081.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olathe Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olathe Apartment is $925 at Governors Court.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olathe Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olathe is starting from $1,125 at Governors Court.

What is the most affordable Olathe Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Olathe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fieldstone Apartments and starts from $1,400.

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