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Last updated on June 7, 2026
Average rent in
Lawrence, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on June 7, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lawrence rent stands today
Lawrence, KS rent rose 17.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,089/month. Renters are paying $210 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat as the market remains below the recent peak of $1,300/month in December 2025.
Compared to national trends
Lawrence sits 44.1% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters despite recent increases. The total rental inventory is 143 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Lawrence run around $765/month, 1-bedrooms around $900/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,075/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,695/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month. Apartments have a median rent of $1,000/month, while houses sit higher at $1,650/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Barker rents fell 57.3% year over year to $1,025/month across 19 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 17.5% rise. Deerfield and North Lawrence saw increases above 30%, showing varied neighborhood trends within Lawrence.
Median rent
Median rent in Lawrence
$1,089/mo
17%vs previous year
The average rent in Lawrence is $1,089 per month as of June 2026. This is 44% below the national average rent, or $861 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lawrence
143
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lawrence rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lawrence, KS
Average rent prices in Lawrence have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 17% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lawrence, KS
Rent prices in Lawrence vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lawrence is $1,000, whereas a house costs $1,650. 1-bedroom apartments in Lawrence run $900 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,020.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $765 | No Change | 15% | |
1 bedroom | $900 | No Change | 17% | |
2 bedroom | $1,075 |  1% | 18% | |
3 bedroom | $1,695 | 2% | 15% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 1% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Centennial | $965 | |
East Lawrence | $1,000 | |
Hiilcrest | $995 | |
Indian Hills | $1,005 | |
North Lawrence | $1,100 | |
Old West Lawrence | $1,095 | |
Oread | $920 | |
Pinckney | $999 | |
Sunset Hills | $995 | |
West Hills Homes | $1,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,650 | 4% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,039 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$765
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
15%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
17%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,075
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
18%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
15%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
10%
Oread
Average rent
$920
Pinckney
Average rent
$999
West Hills Homes
Average rent
$1,050
Indian Hills
Average rent
$1,005
Sunset Hills
Average rent
$995
Old West Lawrence
Average rent
$1,095
East Lawrence
Average rent
$1,000
North Lawrence
Average rent
$1,100
Hiilcrest
Average rent
$995
Centennial
Average rent
$965
Apartments
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,039
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lawrence, KS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lawrence, KS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lawrence and Baldwin City by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lawrence
44%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lawrence, KS is 1% lower than the median rent in Baldwin City, KS.
Average rent in nearby cities
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8%$1,350
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7%$1,495
74%$900
2%Discover rentals in Lawrence, KS
2d ago
1821 W 26th St, Lawrence, KS 66046
1–2 beds
1 bath
$625–$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
630 Michigan St, Lawrence, KS 66044
2 beds
1 bath
$780–$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Oread apartment for rent in Lawrence
2 beds
1 bath
$815
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 4
5d+ ago
Oread apartment for rent in Lawrence
2 beds
1 bath
$815
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 4
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lawrence
5 beds
3 baths
$5,499
House for rent
4d ago
901 Missouri St, Lawrence, KS 66044
4 beds
4 baths
$3,600
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Old West Lawrence house for rent in Lawrence
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Aug 3
4d ago
1700 Tennessee St, Lawrence, KS 66044
4 beds
4 baths
$3,472
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
5125 Overland Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$1,700
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
1608 Birdie Way, Lawrence, KS 66047
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,495–$2,642
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4100 W 24th Pl, Lawrence, KS 66047
Studio
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
36m ago
2310 W 26th St, Lawrence, KS 66047
1–2 beds
1 bath
$925–$1,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4100 W 24th Pl, Lawrence, KS 66047
Studio
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1100 George Ct, Lawrence, KS 66044
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095–$1,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
230 Mount Hope Ct, Lawrence, KS 66044
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1726 Ohio St, Lawrence, KS 66044
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2541 Redbud Ln, Lawrence, KS 66046
2 beds
1 bath
$920
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2434 W 24th Ter, Lawrence, KS 66047
2 beds
1 bath
$915
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2333 Ridge Ct, Lawrence, KS 66046
3 beds
1 bath
$1,360
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2111 Kasold Dr, Lawrence, KS 66047
3 beds
1 bath
$1,325
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Lawrence, KS
Quick answers to common questions about the Lawrence rental market.
How much is rent in Lawrence?
The average rent in Lawrence is $1,089 per month as of June 6, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lawrence?
Average rent prices in Lawrence have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 17% since last year.
How does Lawrence rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lawrence is 44% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $861 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lawrence?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence are Oread ($920/mo), Centennial ($965/mo), and Sunset Hills ($995/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lawrence?
To comfortably afford rent in Lawrence, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lawrence?
Lawrence, Kansas rental averages in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments at around $930 per month and two-bedroom units at around $1,100 per month. One-bedroom rents decreased 4.3% from the previous year, while two-bedroom apartments saw a 2.1% increase.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).