
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $300 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Central area of Wichita.


1608 Luther E

1703 S Glenn Ave

Kingsborough Apartments

Eagle Trace Apartments

1317 W Dora St

1910 Munnell W St

1446 S Water St
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River Walk Apartments

1114 S Emporia St

Lux Off Riverwalk

The Finn Lofts
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The Flats 324

2223 S Kansas St

ReNew Wichita

212 Greenwood

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South Central, Wichita, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,040 | $450 | $6,039 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $525 | $3,659 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $625 | $5,390 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $975 | $1,400 |
| South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,470 | $3,239 | $5,709 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Wichita, KS is a Studio unit found at Kingsborough Apartments priced from $638. Eagle Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsborough Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $638 |
| Eagle Trace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
| River Walk Apartments | A3 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 154 N Topeka St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Lux Off Riverwalk | Lux - Beautiful Studio Apartments | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| ReNew Wichita | Herrera | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The National | 0 C | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Flats 324 | 1 Bed 1 Bath 3 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| The Willows | 2/1.00 - WD ( PR ) | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, KS
As of November 06, 2025 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 2/1.50 - [900 sf] ( PR ) Model at Kingston Cove Apartments starting at $920 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Southwest Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innes Station | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Kingston Cove Apartments | 2/1.50 - [900 sf] ( PR ) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Willows | 2 Bedroom equipped with Washer and Dryer in uni... | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| The Finn Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Eagle Trace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Corner 365 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| River Walk Apartments | A1R Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 154 N Topeka St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| Kingsborough Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central, Wichita, KS
Ranked #27
Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Wichita, KS
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is Eagle Trace Apartments which is listed at $640, while the average apartment in South Central costs $3,252.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central?
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 8 regular apartments in South Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Central?
Cheap apartments in South Central have an average cost of $1,371 which is $1,881 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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