Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS from $425 (16 Rentals)

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Wichita Student Housing Guide: An Expert's Guide to Finding Your Perfect College Apartment

Explore affordable student housing near Wichita's top colleges. From historic homes to modern apartments, find the perfect neighborhood for your college years.

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$895 - $1,195
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3000 W Kellogg Dr

WichitaKS67213
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Verandas at Crestview
Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verandas at Crestview

300 N 127th St EWichita, KS 67206
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Uptown Landing
Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Landing

143 N Rutan StWichita, KS 67208
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Central Bay Apartments
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Central Bay Apartments

6500 W Central AveWichita, KS 67212
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Oxford Villa
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Villa

3130 N Parkdale CirWichita, KS 67205
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James • 3+ years in Wichita

July 6, 2026

Wichita has a great cost of living, and is great for students attending local colleges. Nightlife and entertainment is solid. There is very little public transportation, and traffic is an issue at times. There's lots of parks to enjoy and it is very famly-friendly.

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 $650.

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 $953.

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 571 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 $855 which is $98 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wichita.

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Wichita Student Housing Guide: An Expert's Guide to Finding Your Perfect College Apartment

Written by: James Jordan

One great thing about Wichita is the housing options. There are plenty of new high-rise apartments with all the latest amenities, and 100-plus-year-old houses loaded with more character than luxury.

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.