Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Area Wichita, KS from $500 (11 Rentals)
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South Area, Wichita, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Area Studio Apartments | $675 | $613 | $798 |
South Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $828 | $590 | $1,300 |
South Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $775 | $1,503 |
South Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $885 | $2,284 |
South Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,035 | $2,854 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the South Area Neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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Cheapest Available South Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Area area of Wichita, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagle Trace Apartments priced from $590. Magnolia Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $613. Here are the most affordable South Area apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eagle Trace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $590 |
Magnolia Lake Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $613 |
Kingsborough Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $638 |
MacArthurs Lake Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Southfield | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Area, KS
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Area area is the $0.79 price per square foot AF1th4 Model at Lakeside Townhomes in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,747. The second greatest value South Area apartment is the Champion Singlewide Model at Stonegate MHP starting at $885 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakeside Townhomes | AF1th4 | 4BR,3BA | $0.79 |
Stonegate MHP | Champion Singlewide | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Meadowlark Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Southfield | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
The Willows | 2/1.00 - WD ( PR ) | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
MacArthurs Lake Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Eagle Trace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Magnolia Lake Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
Kingsborough Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.36 |
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Getting Around the South Area Neighborhood in Wichita, KS
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Area Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Area Apartment is $590 at Eagle Trace Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Area is starting from $775 at Eagle Trace Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonegate MHP and starts from $885.
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