Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown University Neighborhood of Lawrence, KS from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Chamberlain Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Court

1733-1737 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Regency Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Place

1301 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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Eastview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastview Apartments

1015-1025 Mississippi StLawrence, KS 66044
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913 Michigan
Studio Apartments

913 Michigan

913 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044
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Hanover Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hanover Place

100 Hanover PlLawrence, KS 66044
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The Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Woods

630 Michigan StLawrence, KS 66044
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Ocho Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocho Court

1743 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Kentucky Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kentucky Place

1310-1314 Kentucky StLawrence, KS 66044
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1700 Ohio St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1700 Ohio St

1700 Ohio StLawrence, KS 66044
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Abbotts Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbotts Court

410 W 18th StLawrence, KS 66044
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Avalon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

901-909 Avalon RdLawrence, KS 66044
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Campus West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus West

2112 Bob Billings PkyLawrence, KS 66049
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Briarstone
1 Bedroom Apartments

Briarstone

1010 Emery RdLawrence, KS 66044
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Hawks Pointe III
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hawks Pointe III

1145 Louisiana StLawrence, KS 66044
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Downtown University, Lawrence, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown University area of Lawrence, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Highpointe Apartments priced from $910. West Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Downtown University apartments for rent in Lawrence, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$910
West Hills Apartments1x1 Classic1BR,1BA$925
Village1A11BR,1BA$949
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,000
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Standard3BR,2BA$1,100
700 Mass Apartments734-A2BR,1BA$1,400
Melrose Court2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Balcony2BR,2BA$1,425
Student | HERE Kansas1x1 Terrace1BR,1BA$1,509

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown University, KS

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown University area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3x3.5 Cottage Model at The Collective at Lawrence in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $885. The second greatest value Downtown University apartment is the 3BR - Upgraded Model at Sunrise Terrace starting at $1,245 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Collective at Lawrence3x3.5 Cottage3BR,3.5BA$0.67
Sunrise Terrace3BR - Upgraded3BR,2BA$1.17
Melrose Court2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Balcony2BR,2BA$1.56
700 Mass Apartments734-A2BR,1BA$1.57
Sagebrook on 9thTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.14
West Hills Apartments1x1 Premium1BR,1BA$1.50
Village1A11BR,1BA$1.32
Highpointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Student | HERE Kansas1x1 Premium1BR,1BA$3.80

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown University, Lawrence, KS

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Kansas including Downtown University, Lawrence, and the greater Lawrence area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown University Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown University?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown University is Highpointe Apartments which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in Downtown University costs $1,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown University?

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 4 regular apartments in Downtown University 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 Downtown University?

Cheap apartments in Downtown University have an average cost of $315 which is $1,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown University.

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