Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mead Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $400 (49 Rentals)

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Park Vista Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Vista Apartments

1845 S Hydraulic StWichita, KS 67211
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Biscayne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Biscayne Apartments

1422 E Wassall StWichita, KS 67216
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Cedar Point
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Point

1801-2031 E Wassall StWichita, KS 67216
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Wildwood
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wildwood

5001 E Pawnee StWichita, KS 67218
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Parklane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parklane Apartments

5123 E Lincoln StWichita, KS 67218
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Pinecrest Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pinecrest Village

1537 S Battin StWichita, KS 67218
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Watson Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Watson Park

3030 S Old Lawrence RdWichita, KS 67217
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Acosta Oaks
1 Bedroom Apartments

Acosta Oaks

2228 S Oliver StWichita, KS 67218
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Chalet Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chalet Apartments

4901 E Harry StWichita, KS 67218
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Zelman Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Zelman Lofts

600-602 E Douglas AveWichita, KS 67202
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The Renfro
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Renfro

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

Cheapest Available Mead Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mead area of Wichita, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at The Elms Apartments priced from $585. River Walk Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $634. Here are the most affordable Mead apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Elms Apartments1x11BR,1BA$585
River Walk ApartmentsA1R1BR,1BA$634
Sierra1 bedroom1BR,1BA$685
Main Street Residences0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$755
Skyline Apartments2x12BR,1BA$779
South Creek Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$800
The Arnold Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
Spaghetti Works ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$895
Pine Creek Apartments2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD2BR,1BA$904
ReNew WichitaDolceStudio,1BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mead, KS

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mead area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at South Creek Apartments in the in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Mead apartment is the 2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD Model at Pine Creek Apartments starting at $904 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Creek Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$0.89
Pine Creek Apartments2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD2BR,1BA$1.10
Skyline Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.01
The Finn Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.36
Sierra1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
River Walk ApartmentsA1R Plus1BR,1BA$1.13
The Elms Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.06
Eaton PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.07
Main Street Residences0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.68
Spaghetti Works ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$2.02

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Wichita. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mead Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mead?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mead is under $960.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mead?

The cheapest apartment in Mead is The Elms Apartments which is listed at $585, while the average apartment in Mead costs $1,012.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mead?

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 10 regular apartments in Mead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.