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Last updated on July 23, 2026
Average rent in
Lawrence, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on July 23, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lawrence rent stands today
Lawrence, KS rent rose 4.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,095/month. Renters are paying $25 more per month on average than last year, with rents holding steady month to month recently.
Compared to national trends
Lawrence sits 43.7% more affordable than the $1,945/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 130 total rentals, a relatively small inventory.
Price ranges
Studio and 2-bedroom units in Lawrence both run around $1,095/month, while 1-bedrooms are lower at $900/month and 3-bedrooms rise to $1,575/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,750/month compared to $1,025/month for apartments, which make up 58.8% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Deerfield rents climbed 55.2% year over year to $1,498/month across 19 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 4.8% rise. Barker saw a decline of -58.4% to $999/month across 22 rentals, showing strong local variation in Lawrence's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Lawrence
$1,095/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Lawrence is $1,095 per month as of July 2026. This is 44% below the national average rent, or $850 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lawrence
130
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 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 5% 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 $1,025, whereas a house costs $1,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Lawrence run $925 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,035.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,095 | 1% | 53% | |
1 bedroom | $900 | No Change | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,095 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,575 |  5% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,150 | 5% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Centennial | $932 | |
Hiilcrest | $1,000 | |
Indian Hills | $1,025 | |
North Lawrence | $1,050 | |
Old West Lawrence | $1,149 | |
Oread | $910 | |
Pinckney | $975 | |
Schwegler | $995 | |
Sunset Hills | $1,095 | |
West Hills Homes | $925 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,025 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | 11% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,750 | 4% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,039 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
53%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
9%
Oread
Average rent
$910
West Hills Homes
Average rent
$925
Pinckney
Average rent
$975
Indian Hills
Average rent
$1,025
Old West Lawrence
Average rent
$1,149
Sunset Hills
Average rent
$1,095
Hiilcrest
Average rent
$1,000
Centennial
Average rent
$932
North Lawrence
Average rent
$1,050
Schwegler
Average rent
$995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,025
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$1,750
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
47%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lawrence, KS is 6% higher than the median rent in Baldwin City, KS.
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1%Discover rentals in Lawrence, KS
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
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
5d+ ago
Oread house for rent in Lawrence
5 beds
5 baths
$4,875
House for rent
Available Aug 5
1d ago
901 Missouri St, Lawrence, KS 66044
4 beds
4 baths
$3,600
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
1608 Birdie Way, Lawrence, KS 66047
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,495–$2,642
Price drop
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
1608 Birdie Way, Lawrence, KS 66047
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,495–$2,642
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
5125 Overland Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$1,700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4100 W 24th Pl, Lawrence, KS 66047
Studio
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
4h ago
1621 W 9th St, Lawrence, KS 66044
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,925
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4100 W 24th Pl, Lawrence, KS 66047
Studio
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
5125 Overland Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$1,700
Apartment for rent
1d ago
230 Mount Hope Ct, Lawrence, KS 66044
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
1608 Birdie Way, Lawrence, KS 66047
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,495–$2,642
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1608 Birdie Way, Lawrence, KS 66047
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495–$2,005
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2541 Redbud Ln, Lawrence, KS 66046
2 beds
1 bath
$920
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2434 W 24th Ter, Lawrence, KS 66047
2 beds
1 bath
$915
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1501 Eddingham Dr, Lawrence, KS 66046
2 beds
1 bath
$845–$1,155
Price drop
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 $1,095 per month as of July 18, 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 5% 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 $850 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lawrence?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence are Oread ($910/mo), West Hills Homes ($925/mo), and Centennial ($932/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?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Lawrence average around $930/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,140/month.
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).