Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $400 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lawrence?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lawrence Studio Apartments | $719 | $480 | $935 |
Downtown Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $620 | $1,869 |
Downtown Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $845 | $2,120 |
Downtown Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $1,005 | $1,625 |
Downtown Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lawrence area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Village1 priced from $949. Sagebrook on 9th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lawrence apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Standard | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 1104 sq. ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, KS
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lawrence area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 1104 sq. ft. Model at Park 25 Apartments in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Downtown Lawrence apartment is the The Highland U Model at 888 Lofts starting at $2,030 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Park 25 Apartments | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 1104 sq. ft. | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
888 Lofts | The Highland U | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
Sunrise Terrace | 3BR - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Sagebrook on 9th | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Fieldhouse View Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
West Hills Apartments | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Village1 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Student | HERE Kansas | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lawrence, Lawrence, KS
Ranked #24
Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood in Lawrence, KS
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Downtown Lawrence Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lawrence is Village1 which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Downtown Lawrence costs $1,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lawrence?
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 5 regular apartments in Downtown Lawrence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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