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Wichita, KS Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wichita, KS

Pricing Updated: 04/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Wichita, KS area range in price from $379 to $4,525 with an overall median price of $2,009. The three Wichita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are El Pueblo at $495, Historic Midtown at $495, and Northeast Millair at $495. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wichita Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
El Pueblo$850$49526
Historic Midtown$850$49527
Northeast Millair$899$49536
Outer South Southwest$1,025$7506
Ridgeport$1,051$45933
Southwind$1,095$52537
Hilltop$1,095$425107
Far West Wichita$1,120$72516
Fairmount$1,140$50040
Planeview United$1,140$45023

Cheapest Available Wichita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wichita, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Union at Purple Heart Trail in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood priced from $379. Central Park Apartments in the River Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wichita apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union at Purple Heart Trail113_1b31BR,1BA$379
Central Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$425
Amidon Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$445
Market Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Woodlawn Park Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$525
Sandstone ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$555
The Place ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$595
Valley View ApartmentsStudio RStudio,1BA$599
Magnolia Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$613

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wichita area is the $0.88 price per square foot AF2th3 Model at Lakeside Townhomes in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,712. The second greatest value Wichita apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Golf Park starting at $850 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Southeast Wichita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wichita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeside TownhomesAF2th33BR,3BA$0.88
Golf Park2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.71
Sunnydale Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom 60% Income Restricted3BR,2BA$0.60
Villas on Rock2 Bed / 2 Bath Fireplace2BR,2BA$0.81
Maple Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.87
SouthfieldModel2A2BR,1BA$0.79
Market Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.58
TWIN LAKES APARTMENTS1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.87
Governeour Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$0.84
1717 E Morris St, Unit #41717 E Morris St1BR,1BA$0.89

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Wichita Overview

The largest city in the great state of Kansas, Wichita boasts enough amenities, cultural hotspots and all-around fun that the city's continued popularity should should come as little surprise. Warm, welcoming and more than just a little bit country, apartments in Wichita have much to offer prospective new residents.

Why live in Wichita, KS?

A big city with small town charm, Wichita truly does represent the best in Kansas living. Far and away the strongest job market in the state, flush with exciting nightlife options, and a great place to raise a family, Wichita apartments are a fantastic option for those considering a move to the state.

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Getting Around Wichita, KS

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Wichita Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Wichita?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wichita is under $613.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wichita?

The cheapest apartment in Wichita is Union at Purple Heart Trail which is listed at $379, while the average apartment in Wichita costs $2,009.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wichita?

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 434 regular apartments in Wichita 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 Wichita?

Cheap apartments in Wichita have an average cost of $323 which is $1,686 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wichita.

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