Cheap Apartments for Rent in Smith Center, KS from $500 (38 Rentals)

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Abilene Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Abilene Plaza

510 NW 2nd StAbilene, KS 67410
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property at 208 E 5th St

$600 - $995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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208 E 5th St

YorkNE68467
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Vintage Rows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Rows

1210 Liberty DrLexington, NE 68850
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Bel Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Apartments

204 W 6th StLexington, NE 68850
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Iron Horse Flats
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iron Horse Flats

201 West AveHoldrege, NE 68949
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535 Flats
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

535 Flats

535 N Minden AveMinden, NE 68959
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North Adams Flats
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Adams Flats

2100 N Adams StLexington, NE 68850
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The Logan on 11th
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Logan on 11th

1103 11th AveHoldrege, NE 68949

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6th Ave Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6th Ave Flats

604 6th AveHoldrege, NE 68949
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Smith Center, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Smith Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Smith Center, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Burlington Place priced from $675. Westside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Smith Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Westside1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$700
Old WalnutStudioStudio,1BA$745
Lakeside2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$880
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTTetonStudio,1BA$965
Cross Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Talon ApartmentsThe Phillips1BR,1BA$1,049
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1,050
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Napa1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith Center, KS and Nearby

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smith Center area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Residences at Oak Pointe in the starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Smith Center apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at LongLeaf Apartments starting at $1,145 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Smith Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Residences at Oak Pointe3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.16
LongLeaf Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.01
The Reserves at Prairie GlenTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.12
Cedar Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
The Residences at Liberty Campus2/12BR,1BA$1.13
Lakeside2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Cross Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.34
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.01
Westside1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.05

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smith Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Smith Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Smith Center is at Old Walnut listed at $745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Smith Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Smith Center Apartment is $675 at Burlington Place.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Smith Center is starting from $825 at Westside.

What is the most affordable Smith Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Smith Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $1,050.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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