Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Wichita Neighborhood of Wichita, KS from $700 (8 Rentals)

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Southwest Wichita, Wichita, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Wichita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Wichita area of Wichita, KS is a Studio unit found at River Walk Apartments priced from $560. Eagle Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Southwest Wichita apartments for rent in Wichita, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Walk ApartmentsStudio RStudio,1BA$560
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$700
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Wichita, KS

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Wichita area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at MacArthurs Lake Apartments in the in the Southwest Wichita neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Southwest Wichita apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Eagle Trace Apartments starting at $700 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southwest Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Wichita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MacArthurs Lake Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Eagle Trace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
River Walk ApartmentsA1R Plus1BR,1BA$1.19
Kingsborough ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Kingston Cove1/1.00 - [560 sf] ( R )1BR,1BA$1.47
Magnolia Lake ApartmentsStudio UpgradeStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Wichita

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Wichita?

There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Wichita, KS with pricing that ranges from $450 to $1,500. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Wichita ranging from $775 to $2,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Wichita?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Wichita ranges from $775 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,363.

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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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.