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Wichita, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wichita, KS

Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Wichita, KS area range in price from $425 to $8,476 with an overall median price of $1,013. The three Wichita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Front at $695, Uptown Wichita at $750, and Historic Midtown at $752. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wichita Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Front$695$42512
Uptown Wichita$750$42510
Historic Midtown$752$55010
Hilltop$800$42562
Planeview United$824$46058
South City$824$46053
Southwest Wichita$824$46041
Mead$835$46069
South Area$842$50046
Northeast Millair$847$42522

Cheapest Available Wichita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wichita, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Central Park Apartments in the River Center neighborhood priced from $425. Biscayne Apartments in the Southwest Wichita neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wichita apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Central Park ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$425
Biscayne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$500
Grandview ApartmentsE1BR,$515
Amidon Place Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$525
Water's EdgeA1-A1CAStudio,1BA$535
Woodlawn Park Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$550
River Walk ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$560
WSquareWest0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$575
The Elms Apartments1x11BR,1BA$585
Stoneybrook ApartmentsSRStudio,1BA$595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wichita area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 Beds, 3 Baths Model at 3548-3574 N Tyler Ct in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Wichita apartment is the AF2th3 Model at Lakeside Townhomes starting at $1,842 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the West 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.
3548-3574 N Tyler Ct4 Beds, 3 Baths4BR,3BA$0.88
Lakeside TownhomesAF2th33BR,3BA$0.94
Parke East Townhomes LLC2 BD Small - (Partial renovated) - WD2BR,1.5BA$0.80
Broadstone Villas2BR/2BA - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$0.85
Marina Point ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.88
Westborough Arms Apartments and Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.95
High Point East Apartment HomesOlympia2BR,1.5BA$0.93
South Creek Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$0.89
Pine Creek Apartments2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD2BR,1BA$0.95
Grandview ApartmentsE1BR,0.5BA$0.74

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Wichita, KS Area Reviews

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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 Wichita

What type of rentals are currently available in Wichita?

There are currently 720 Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS with pricing that ranges from $425 to $8,476. There are also 460 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wichita ranging from $450 to $3,150.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wichita?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wichita ranges from $450 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,433.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wichita?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wichita range from $725 to $5,825, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,310.

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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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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.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.