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Highlights

  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Off street parking
  • Washer/dryer included
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Private balcony off the living room

Location

Lawrence, KS 66044, USA|North Lawrence
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Management

Midwest Property Management

Leasing office

(785) 841-4935

Property Overview

California Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.8/10, including top marks for price and high scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy features like in-home laundry options, a fully equipped kitchen, off-street parking, and a private balcony off the living room. With competitive value for money and value per square foot, plus convenient access to groceries and public transportation, it stands out as an appealing option in its area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, California Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, California Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath520 sqft$750–$765 /mo4 units available501-527 California St - 1 Bedroom 1 bathroom apartment for August! Rent $750/month Deposit $750 Washer/Dryer included! Off street parking Quite area Pets are welcome with an additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Maximum of two (2) and combined weight must be under 35 lbs (breed restrictions apply)
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath826 sqft$895 /mo1 unit available527 California St - 2 bedroom apartment for August! Rent $895 Deposit $895 1-bathroom Washer/dryer included Fully equipped kitchen Pets* are welcome with an additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Maximum of two (2) and combined weight must be under 35lbs (*Cats/dogs only and breed restrictions apply)

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In-Unit LaundryStove
Washer and Dryer
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HomeApartments in Lawrence California Apartments

527 California St - 2 bedroom apartment for August! Rent $895 Deposit $895 1-bathroom Washer/dryer included Fully equipped kitchen Pets* are welcome with an additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Maximum of two (2) and combined weight must be under 35lbs (*Cats/dogs only and breed restrictions apply)


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, California Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, California Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated California Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
California Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
California Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, California Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
California Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust California Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How California Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 283 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in North Lawrence

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at California Apartments to be 0% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in North Lawrence.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
North Lawrence
Lawrence
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lawrence
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$970
July 2024$962
August 2024$987
September 2024$1,072
October 2024$1,142
November 2024$1,182
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,180
February 2025$1,112
March 2025$1,007
April 2025$930
May 2025$929
June 2025$903
July 2025$1,078
August 2025$1,159
September 2025$1,158
October 2025$1,120
November 2025$1,098
December 2025$1,122
January 2026$1,199
February 2026$1,104
March 2026$1,063
April 2026$1,085
May 2026$1,095
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in North Lawrence
MonthMedian Rent
February 2026$900
March 2026$900
April 2026$896

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near California Apartments

Woodlawn Elementary School

508 elm st

lawrence, KS, 66044

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

North Lawrence | Lawrence, KS

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around KS 66044 near Lawrence

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for Lawrence, KS 66044

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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