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Wichita, KS Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wichita, KS

Pricing Updated: 01/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Wichita, KS area range in price from $395 to $6,015 with an overall median price of $1,787. The three Wichita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Central at $475, Northeast Millair at $475, and Historic Midtown at $630. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wichita Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Central$695$47510
Northeast Millair$706$47516
Historic Midtown$832$63010
El Pueblo$855$49528
Pleasant Valley$860$49533
Southwest Village$980$61338
Southwest Wichita$1,025$45038
South City$1,062$45045
Falcon Falls$1,064$6766
Sherwood Glen$1,071$49517

Cheapest Available Wichita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wichita, KS is a Studio unit found at Central Park Apartments in the River Center neighborhood priced from $395. The Place Apartments in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $465. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wichita apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Central Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$395
The Place ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$465
Grandview ApartmentsI1BR,$475
Amidon Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$495
Bridgewater2B-12BR,2BA$514
Woodlawn Park Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$525
Water's EdgeA1-A1CAStudio,1BA$535
Magnolia Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$613
Villas on Rock1 Bed / 1 Bath Fireplace Balcony1BR,1BA$625
Renata View ApartmentsStudio (renovated)Studio,1BA$630

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wichita area is the $0.73 price per square foot AF2th4 Model at Lakeside Townhomes in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,748. The second greatest value Wichita apartment is the 2 BD Large - (Partial renovated) - WD Model at Parke East Townhomes starting at $1,275 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wichita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeside TownhomesAF2th44BR,3BA$0.73
Parke East Townhomes2 BD Large - (Partial renovated) - WD2BR,1.5BA$0.75
Parkview TownhomesTH44BR,2BA$0.86
Sunnydale Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom 60% Income Restricted3BR,2BA$0.60
Golf Park2x22BR,2BA$0.90
Westborough Arms Apartments and Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.90
Southfield and Oliver CourtModel2A2BR,1BA$0.85
Morgans Landing ApartmentsMeadowlark2BR,1BA$0.83
TWIN LAKES APARTMENTS1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.87
Central Park Village Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.80

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Wichita Overview

The largest city in the great state of Kansas, Wichita boasts enough amenities, cultural hotspots and all-around fun that the city's continued popularity should should come as little surprise. Warm, welcoming and more than just a little bit country, apartments in Wichita have much to offer prospective new residents.

Why live in Wichita, KS?

A big city with small town charm, Wichita truly does represent the best in Kansas living. Far and away the strongest job market in the state, flush with exciting nightlife options, and a great place to raise a family, Wichita apartments are a fantastic option for those considering a move to the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wichita Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Wichita?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wichita is under $630.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wichita?

The cheapest apartment in Wichita is Central Park Apartments which is listed at $425, while the average apartment in Wichita costs $1,787.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wichita?

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 590 regular apartments in Wichita 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 Wichita?

Cheap apartments in Wichita have an average cost of $564 which is $1,223 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wichita.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Wichita

Written by: James Jordan

Wichita is a big city, it is remote and not on most people's radar when considering places to live. It should be. I have been knocking around the city for 25 years, and I have found it to be a gem.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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