
Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS from $425 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wichita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Studio Apartments | $867 | $425 | $2,512 |
| Wichita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $425 | $3,332 |
| Wichita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $535 | $7,312 |
| Wichita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $800 | $3,466 |
| Wichita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $1,310 | $5,837 |
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Wichita, KS Area Reviews
James • 3+ years in Wichita
July 6, 2026Wichita 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.

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.

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