What is the average apartment size in Lawrence?

The average size for a Lawrence, KS apartment is 930 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Lawrence?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in Lawrence is $1,353 per month, a 4.41% increase from last years average of $1,295.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Lawrence?

In Lawrence, studios rent for $862 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,049 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,305 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,708 per month

What is the average apartment size in Lawrence?

The typical apartment in Lawrence offers about 930 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Lawrence?

Studio apartments in Lawrence average 494 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 690 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 993 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,269 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence include Southridge ($909/month), University Fields ($1,011/month), and Village Meadows ($1,019/month), all below the citywide average of $1,353.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lawrence?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lawrence are Original Town Lawrence ($1,359/month), Exchange at Lawrence ($2,340/month), and Oread ($2,502/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Lawrence, KS Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Lawrence?

The typical rent budget in Lawrence ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 49% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Lawrence?

In Lawrence, 57% of households rent while 43% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 04, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lawrence is $1,353, a 4.41% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,295.

Studio Apartments at $862 offer the most budget-friendly option with 494 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 690 square feet for $1,049, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,305 offer 993 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,269 sq ft) for $1,708, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lawrence, KS

Last updated: April 04, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,353	930 sq. ft.
Studio	$862	494 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,049	690 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,305	993 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,708	1,269 sq. ft.

Lawrence, KS rent trends

Rental prices in Lawrence, KS have increased by 4.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,295 to $1,353.

What's the typical rent budget in Lawrence, KS?

The largest share of rentals in Lawrence, KS (49%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Lawrence, KS?

23,406 or 57% of the households in Lawrence, KS are renter-occupied while 17,553 or 43% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence?

Southridge $909/month

University Fields $1,011/month

Village Meadows $1,019/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,353/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lawrence?

Original Town Lawrence $1,359/month

Exchange at Lawrence $2,340/month

Oread $2,502/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Lawrence, KS By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Oread	$2,502
Exchange at Lawrence	$2,340
Original Town Lawrence	$1,359
Oregon Trail	$1,086
Village Meadows	$1,019
University Fields	$1,011
Southridge	$909

Lawrence | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Exchange at Lawrence is 7% lower than in Oread

$2,340

Exchange at Lawrence rent is 73% higher than Lawrence average

Average Rent $2,340

$2,502

Oread rent is 85% higher than Lawrence average

Average Rent $2,502

How Lawrence Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lawrence	$1,353
Wichita	$947
Overland Park	$1,547
Olathe	$1,472
Kansas City	$1,202
Lenexa	$1,588
Shawnee	$1,442
Leavenworth	$1,123
Prairie Village	$1,896
Derby	$986
Mission	$1,248
Gardner, KS	$1,367
Parkville, MO	$1,469
Spring Hill, KS	$1,814
Bonner Springs	$1,703
Leawood, KS	$2,030

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Lawrence apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.