Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $300 (57 Rentals)

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Seneca Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Seneca Place

2116 S Seneca StWichita, KS 67213
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Wren’s Landing
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wren’s Landing

2004 W Mccormick StWichita, KS 67213
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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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Westway Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westway Apartments

1510 W Pawnee StWichita, KS 67213
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Cedar Point
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Point

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

The Shirkmere

256 N Topeka StWichita, KS 67202
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Watson Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Watson Park

3030 S Old Lawrence RdWichita, KS 67217
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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Check Out Wichita’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Wichita and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert James Jordan

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South Central, Wichita, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central 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 South Central 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
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Main Street Residences0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$755
Kingston Cove1/1.00 - [740 sf] ( PR )1BR,1BA$795
HiTone LoftsSB2-Studio/One bathStudio,1BA$849
The Arnold Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
Lux Off RiverwalkLux - Beautiful Studio ApartmentsStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, KS

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2 Bed/1 Bath Model at Innes Station in the in the Delano District neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the C Model at Colorado Derby Lofts starting at $1,380 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Delano District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Innes Station2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.32
Colorado Derby LoftsC1BR,1BA$1.54
Kingston Cove1/1.00 - [740 sf] ( R )1BR,1BA$1.16
The Finn Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.36
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Corner 3651 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45
Sierra1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
River Walk ApartmentsA1R1BR,1BA$1.01
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
The Elms Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.06

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings 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 searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central is at Main Street Residences listed at $755.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment is $585 at The Elms Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central is starting from $750 at River Walk 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.

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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.