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Last updated on September 17, 2026
Average rent in
Manhattan, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on September 17, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Manhattan, KS rent slipped 5.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,130/month. Renters today are paying $2 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat as the market stabilizes after a recent peak.
Compared to national trends
Manhattan rents run 40.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in a smaller metro with 50 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Manhattan sit around $950/month, 1-bedrooms at $850/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,098/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,550/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $1,880/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range most renters encounter.
Neighborhood spotlight
Oak Hollow and Meadows neighborhoods saw rents fall over 50% year over year, with Oak Hollow at $1,130/month and Meadows at $1,190/month. This contrasts with the citywide 5.8% decline and shows a notable local cooldown in these areas.
Median rent
Median rent in Manhattan
$1,130/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Manhattan is $1,130 per month as of September 2026. This is 41% below the national average rent, or $770 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Manhattan
50
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Manhattan rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Manhattan, KS
Average rent prices in Manhattan have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% 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
Manhattan, KS
Rent prices in Manhattan vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Manhattan is $1,000, whereas a house costs $1,795. 1-bedroom apartments in Manhattan run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 | 3% |  32% | |
1 bedroom | $850 | 1% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $1,097 | 1% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 5% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,880 | 11% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Candlewood | $1,429 | |
College Hill Park | $1,227 | |
East Park | $1,105 | |
Grand Mere | $1,130 | |
Kansas State University | $1,130 | |
Northview | $1,130 | |
South Manhattan | $1,100 | |
Stone Pointe | $1,245 | |
University Gardens | $1,130 | |
University Park | $1,247 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,000 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 4% | - | |
Houses | $1,795 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
32%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,097
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,880
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
8%
South Manhattan
Average rent
$1,100
East Park
Average rent
$1,105
University Gardens
Average rent
$1,130
Northview
Average rent
$1,130
Candlewood
Average rent
$1,429
Grand Mere
Average rent
$1,130
Kansas State University
Average rent
$1,130
University Park
Average rent
$1,247
Stone Pointe
Average rent
$1,245
College Hill Park
Average rent
$1,227
Apartments
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, KS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Manhattan and Concordia by all bedroom counts and property types.
Manhattan
41%lower than the national median
57%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Manhattan, KS is 39% higher than the median rent in Concordia, KS.
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Cost of living in Manhattan, KS
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | No difference |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | No difference |
Discover rentals in Manhattan, KS
9h ago
2323 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$455–$1,325
Apartment for rent
2d ago
928 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
20h ago
City Park West apartment for rent in Manhattan
340 N 16th St, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Manhattan
715 Allison Ave #11, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Manhattan
3 beds
2 baths
$2,650
$2,550
Price drop
House for rent
39m ago
727 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,130–$1,520
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Manhattan
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
16h ago
1401 Monticello Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,109–$1,409
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2100 Westchester Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503
1–2 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,109
Apartment for rent
9h ago
2323 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$455–$1,325
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Manhattan
2005 Tecumseh Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1214 Vattier St, Manhattan, KS 66502
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100–$1,400
Apartment for rent
18h ago
724 Laramie St, Manhattan, KS 66502
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1408 1408 - 1412 BEECHWOOD TERRACE, Manhattan, KS 66502
3 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2100 Westchester Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503
1–2 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,109
Apartment for rent
1d ago
S Oak Pl, Manhattan, KS 66503
1 bed
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Candlewood house for rent in Manhattan
4 beds
3 baths
$2,700
$2,600
Price drop
House for rent
8h ago
2100 Westchester Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503
2 beds
1 bath
$975
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1225 Bertrand St, Manhattan, KS 66502
3 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Apartment for rent
2d ago
816 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Manhattan, KS
Quick answers to common questions about the Manhattan rental market.
How much is rent in Manhattan?
The average rent in Manhattan is $1,130 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Manhattan?
Average rent prices in Manhattan have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Manhattan rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Manhattan is 41% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $770 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Manhattan?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Manhattan are South Manhattan ($1,100/mo), East Park ($1,105/mo), and University Gardens ($1,130/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Manhattan?
To comfortably afford rent in Manhattan, you'd need to earn approximately $45,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Manhattan?
May offers the lowest rents in Manhattan, with prices roughly 35% lower than December's peak rates. September and December are less competitive months with lower demand, potentially giving renters more negotiating power.
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).