Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wichita Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $400 (26 Rentals)

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Legacy Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Square

426 N Topeka StWichita, KS 67202
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The Shirkmere
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Shirkmere

256 N Topeka StWichita, KS 67202
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The Commodore
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Commodore

222 E Elm StWichita, KS 67214
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Zelman Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Zelman Lofts

600-602 E Douglas AveWichita, KS 67202
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154 N Topeka St
Studio Apartments

154 N Topeka St

154 N Topeka StWichita, KS 67202
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The LUX
1 Bedroom Apartments

The LUX

120 E 1st St NWichita, KS 67202
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The Renfro
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Renfro

612 E Douglas AveWichita, KS 67202
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Downtown Wichita, Wichita, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Wichita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wichita area of Wichita, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Water's Edge priced from $695. Lodge West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wichita apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Water's EdgeA41BR,1BA$695
Lodge West Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$699
Lux Off RiverwalkTaft - StudioStudio,1BA$750
Village Park at Barclay SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$753
Villa Del Mar Apartments1x1 FP 6901BR,1BA$773
The Finn Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
Pinnacle Lofts1 BD Loft1BR,1BA$875
The Flats 3241 Bed 1 Bath SN1BR,1BA$900
Innes Station1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$910
WaterWalk Wichita - DowntownOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wichita, KS

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wichita area is the $0.70 price per square foot 923 W Douglas Ave Model at 923 W Douglas Ave, Unit Suite A in the in the Delano District neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Wichita apartment is the 915 1/2 W Douglas Ave Model at 915 1/2 W Douglas Ave starting at $1,995 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Delano District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wichita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
923 W Douglas Ave, Unit Suite A923 W Douglas Ave4BR,2.5BA$0.70
915 1/2 W Douglas Ave915 1/2 W Douglas Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
Innes Station2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Corner 365C - Galley Kitchen2BR,1BA$1.15
Villa Del Mar Apartments1x1 FP 6901BR,1BA$1.12
Water's EdgeA41BR,1BA$1.07
Pinnacle Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Village Park at Barclay SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Lodge West ApartmentsSkylight1BR,1BA$1.28
The Finn Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Wichita, Wichita, KS

Ranked #26

Among neighborhoods in Wichita, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kansas including Downtown Wichita, Wichita, and the greater Wichita area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wichita Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wichita?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wichita is at Lux Off Riverwalk listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wichita Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wichita Apartment is $695 at Water's Edge.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wichita is starting from $908 at Village Park at Barclay Square.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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