Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Manhattan, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Manhattan, KS rent slipped 17.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,117/month. Renters today are paying $233 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 sits 41.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters despite its small inventory of 91 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Manhattan run around $650/month, 1-bedrooms around $750/month, and 2-bedrooms around $900/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,600/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,200/month. Apartments make up 55.3% of total rentals with a median rent of $940/month, while houses rent for a median of $1,822/month, offering distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Oak Hollow rents fell 63.0% year over year to $850/month across 22 rentals, while Country Club and Green Acres also saw declines over 50%. This contrasts with the citywide 17.3% decline, reflecting a localized cooldown in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Manhattan
$1,117/mo
17%vs previous year
The average rent in Manhattan is $1,117 per month as of October 2026. This is 41% below the national average rent, or $783 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Manhattan
91
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 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
Manhattan, KS
Rent prices in Manhattan vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Manhattan is $940, whereas a house costs $1,822. 1-bedroom apartments in Manhattan run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $883.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $650 | 2% |  6% | |
1 bedroom | $750 | 6% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $900 | 11% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | 6% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | 18% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Candlewood | $900 | |
City Park West | $1,050 | |
East Park | $1,050 | |
Eugene Field | $1,125 | |
Northview | $1,109 | |
Overlook | $899 | |
Scenic Meadows | $945 | |
South Manhattan | $1,130 | |
University Gardens | $858 | |
University Heights | $965 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $940 | No Change | 4% | |
Condos | $1,500 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,822 | 11% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$650
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
18%
Last year
10%
South Manhattan
Average rent
$1,130
East Park
Average rent
$1,050
University Gardens
Average rent
$858
Northview
Average rent
$1,109
Candlewood
Average rent
$900
Overlook
Average rent
$899
University Heights
Average rent
$965
Scenic Meadows
Average rent
$945
Eugene Field
Average rent
$1,125
City Park West
Average rent
$1,050
Apartments
Average rent
$940
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Houses
Average rent
$1,822
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
1%
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
55%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Manhattan, KS is 31% higher than the median rent in Concordia, KS.
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Cost of living in Manhattan, KS
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 6% lower |
| Health | No difference |
| Housing | 24% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | No difference |
Discover rentals in Manhattan, KS
3d ago
2323 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$455–$1,325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1100 Garden Way, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1 bath
$753–$1,163
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1430 Mccain Ln, Manhattan, KS 66502
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$765–$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
713 Dondee Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Manhattan
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Price dropped $175Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Manhattan
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
1118 Bertrand St, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Manhattan
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,795
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
1100 Garden Way, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1 bath
$753–$1,163
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2100 Westchester Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503
1–2 beds
1 bath
$899–$1,105
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1401 Monticello Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,109–$1,409
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Manhattan
4 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
928 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
402 N 10th St, Manhattan, KS 66502
4 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
820 Moro St, Manhattan, KS 66502
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1100 Garden Way, Manhattan, KS 66502
1–2 beds
1 bath
$753–$1,163
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Manhattan
4 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Manhattan
2004 Rehfeld Dr #1, Manhattan, KS 66502
5 beds
3 baths
$2,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Manhattan
1505 Oxford Pl, Manhattan, KS 66502
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
2d ago
1947 College Heights Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 $1,117 per month as of October 31, 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 17% 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 $783 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Manhattan?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Manhattan are University Gardens ($858/mo), Overlook ($899/mo), and Candlewood ($900/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).