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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wichita, KS

Pricing Updated: 04/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Wichita, KS area range in price from $500 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $2,020. The three Wichita neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town at $720, Oakview at $765, and Historic Midtown at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wichita Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Town$720$7201
Oakview$765$7651
Historic Midtown$1,100$62510
Uptown Wichita$1,200$55011
Stanley Aley$1,222$53528
McAdams$1,225$55041
Mead$1,237$53526
South City$1,250$53511
Southwest Wichita$1,250$53518
Planeview United$1,295$7958

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
Magnolia Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$613
Magnolia WoodsStudioStudio,1BA$625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wichita, KS

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wichita area is the $0.79 price per square foot AF2th3 Model at Lakeside Townhomes in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,550. 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$0.79
Golf Park2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.71
Sunnydale Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom 60% Income Restricted3BR,2BA$0.60
The VineyardsElizabeth2BR,2.5BA$0.91
SouthfieldModel2A2BR,1BA$0.85
Market Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.58
TWIN LAKES APARTMENTS1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.87
Villas on Rock2BR-H2BR,1BA$0.82
Governeour Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$0.84
Brentwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wichita Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wichita?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wichita is at Central Park Apartments listed at $425.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wichita Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wichita Apartment is $379 at Union at Purple Heart Trail.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wichita Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wichita is starting from $449 at Union at Purple Heart Trail.

What is the most affordable Wichita Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wichita Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at Purple Heart Trail and starts from $513.

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