Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Area Wichita, KS from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Cedar Point
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Point

1801-2031 E Wassall StWichita, KS 67216
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Huntington Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Place

3915 S Seneca StWichita, KS 67217
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Watson Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Watson Park

3030 S Old Lawrence RdWichita, KS 67217
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Eagle Trace Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Trace Apartments

925 W 29th StWichita, KS 67217
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2443 S St. Clair St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2443 S St. Clair St

2443 S St. Clair StWichita, KS 67217
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Stonegate MHP
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate MHP

2201 E MacArthur RdWichita, KS 67216

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South Area, Wichita, KS Local Guide

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 Riverwalk priced from $634. Eagle Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable South Area apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RiverwalkA1R1BR,1BA$634
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Skyline Apartments2x12BR,1BA$779
Pine Creek Apartments2/1.00 - WD2BR,1BA$782

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Area, KS

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Area area is the $0.90 price per square foot AF2th4 Model at Lakeside Townhomes in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $2,157. The second greatest value South Area apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at South Creek Apartments starting at $800 with a $0.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeside TownhomesAF2th44BR,3BA$0.90
South Creek Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$0.89
The Willows2/1.00 - WD ( PR )2BR,1BA$1.06
Pine Creek Apartments2/1.00 ( PR ) - WD2BR,1BA$1.06
Skyline Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.01
Kingston Cove1/1.00 - [740 sf] ( R )1BR,1BA$1.14
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
RiverwalkA1R Plus1BR,1BA$1.19
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Magnolia Lake ApartmentsStudio UpgradeStudio ,1BA$1.60

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Area, Wichita, KS

Ranked #57

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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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 $634 at Riverwalk.

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 $779 at Skyline Apartments.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.