What is the average apartment size in Wichita?

The average size for a Wichita, KS apartment is 801 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 Wichita?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in Wichita is $947 per month, a 4.43% increase from last years average of $907.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Wichita?

In Wichita, studios rent for $636 per month, one-bedroom units average $855 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,063 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,230 per month

What is the average apartment size in Wichita?

The typical apartment in Wichita offers about 801 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Wichita?

Studio apartments in Wichita average 426 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 666 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 965 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,218 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita include Pleasant Valley ($582/month), Edgewood ($602/month), and East Mt. Vernon ($676/month), all below the citywide average of $947.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita are Fairmont ($1,217/month), Ridge Port ($1,274/month), and Delano ($1,490/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Wichita, KS Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Wichita ranges from to per month, with 67% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Wichita?

In Wichita, 41% of households rent while 59% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 10, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Wichita is $947, a 4.43% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $907.

Studio Apartments at $636 offer the most budget-friendly option with 426 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 666 square feet for $855, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,063 offer 965 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,218 sq ft) for $1,230, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Wichita, KS

Last updated: April 10, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$947	801 sq. ft.
Studio	$636	426 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$855	666 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,063	965 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,230	1,218 sq. ft.

Wichita, KS rent trends

Rental prices in Wichita, KS have increased by 4.43% over the past year. The average rent moved from $907 to $947.

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

The largest share of rentals in Wichita, KS (67%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Wichita, KS?

65,216 or 41% of the households in Wichita, KS are renter-occupied while 93,373 or 59% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita?

Pleasant Valley $582/month

Edgewood $602/month

East Mt. Vernon $676/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $947/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita?

Fairmont $1,217/month

Ridge Port $1,274/month

Delano $1,490/month

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

Average Rent in Wichita, KS By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Delano	$1,490
Ridge Port	$1,274
Fairmont	$1,217
Chelsea Estates	$1,183
Northeast K-96	$1,068
Woodlawn Place	$1,016
Downtown Wichita	$978
Westlink	$971
Eastridge	$969
Spinnaker Coves	$953
Brookhollow	$929
Washington Heights	$882
Cherry Creek Hills	$872
Cedar Lakes Village	$861
Benjamin Hills	$859
Sunnybrook One	$845
South City	$843
South Area	$841
Central Heights - Whispering Pines Estates	$828
Fairmount	$817
Indian Hills Riverbend	$812
Hedgewood	$811
Historic Midtown	$794
Sunflower	$788
Central Ridge - Farmington Square	$783
Southwest Wichita	$774
Mead	$727
La Placita Park	$725
Southwest Village	$717
Beverley Manor	$695
South Central Wichita	$690
East Mt. Vernon	$676
Edgewood	$602
Pleasant Valley	$582

Wichita | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Benjamin Hills is 24% higher than in Beverley Manor

$859

Benjamin Hills rent is 9% lower than Wichita average

Average Rent $859

$695

Beverley Manor rent is 27% lower than Wichita average

Average Rent $695

How Wichita Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
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
Lawrence	$1,353
Derby	$986
Mission	$1,248
Maize	$1,237
El Dorado, KS	$981
Haysville, KS	$843
Hutchinson, KS	$767
Valley Center, KS	$1,124
Andover, KS	$1,259

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 Wichita 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.