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Lawrence, KS

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The home of the University of Kansas is a hidden gem with something for everyone

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Lawrence, Kansas, combines small-city comfort with the energy of a college town. Home to the University of Kansas (KU), this city of nearly 95,000 residents offers housing options ranging from downtown apartments to homes in established neighborhoods like Old West Lawrence and East Lawrence. The rental market shows steady growth, with one-bedroom apartments renting for $961, two-bedroom units at $1,138, and three-bedroom homes at $1,355.

Massachusetts Street, Lawrence's downtown core, features independent shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The presence of KU and Haskell Indian Nations University contributes to the city's educational atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Clinton Lake State Park and the Haskell-Baker Wetlands. The city's historic districts feature preserved Victorian and Gothic Revival architecture, reflecting Lawrence's significant role in the Free-State movement. Notable areas include the Oread district near KU's campus, the established Sunset Hills neighborhood west of Iowa Street, and East Lawrence, which features historic homes and tree-lined streets.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Lawrence, KS is $793 for a studio, $982 for one bedroom, $1,181 for two bedrooms, and $1,407 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lawrence has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$982/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$2,027/month
1,362 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,118/month
864 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,765/month
1,212 Sq Ft
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Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

67

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Langston Hughes Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

476 Students

Quail Run Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

393 Students

Sunflower Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

Deerfield Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

457 Students

New York Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

416 Students

Lawrence Southwest Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

641 Students

Lawrence South Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

516 Students

Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School

Public

Grades 6-8

422 Students

Lawrence West Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

609 Students

Lawrence Free State High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,777 Students

Lawrence High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,589 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • University of Kansas Natural History Museum
  • Prairie Park Nature Center
  • Clinton State Park

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.