Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $500 (17 Rentals)

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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 Eagle Trace Apartments priced from $590. Kingsborough Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $638. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$590
Kingsborough ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$638
River Walk ApartmentsStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$709
Lux Off RiverwalkLux - Beautiful Studio ApartmentsStudio,1BA$750
Meadowlark ApartmentsFlat2BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, KS

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $0.70 price per square foot 923 W Douglas Ave Model at 923 W Douglas Ave, Unit Suite A in the in the Delano District neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 915 1/2 W Douglas Ave Model at 915 1/2 W Douglas Ave starting at $1,995 with a $0.94 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.
923 W Douglas Ave, Unit Suite A923 W Douglas Ave4BR,2.5BA$0.70
915 1/2 W Douglas Ave915 1/2 W Douglas Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
Innes Station2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Meadowlark ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1BA$0.95
The WillowsSoutheast Wichita 2 Bedroom equipped with Washe...2BR,1BA$1.06
College Hill Flats1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.24
1934 S Erie St1934 S Erie St1BR,1BA$0.88
The Flats 3241 Bed 1 Bath LN1BR,1BA$1.29
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Kingsborough ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in South Central, KS with pricing that ranges from $450 to $6,756. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central ranging from $595 to $2,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central ranges from $595 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,314.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central range from $995 to $1,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $1,645. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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