West Hills Apartments
1012 Emery Rd,
Lawrence, KS 66044
$999 - $1,250 | 1-2 Beds
Lawrence
Lawrence, KS
Area Guide
The home of the University of Kansas is a hidden gem with something for everyone
Charming
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College Town
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Live Music
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Entertainment
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Hip
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Culture
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Roughly halfway between Topeka and Kansas City along I-70, Lawrence is a city teeming with character and appeal. The University of Kansas is the city’s most obvious feature, and Lawrence is undeniably a college town. As a result, the community has a distinctly cosmopolitan vibe, with a lively academic population, thriving arts and entertainment scene, and strong downtown nightlife.
The music scene in particular has been widely recognized as the best in the region, with national headliners passing through on a regular basis and local artists creating music of every genre. Outdoor attractions abound as well, with Clinton Lake, Lawrence Nature Park, and Kansas Riverfront Park all drawing locals regularly. Clinton State Park hosts the popular Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival, a regional favorite that is often compared to larger events like Tennessee’s Bonnaroo.
Lawrence houses an endless variety of rental options. There’s charming cottages on cobbled streets, and stylish apartment developments within walking distance of the university. Whether you’re starting a family, or enjoying undergrad, there’s a rental for you in Lawrence.
Rent Trends
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Lawrence, KS is $793 for a studio, $968 for one bedroom, $1,150 for two bedrooms, and $1,364 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lawrence has increased by 4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$968/month
695 Sq Ft
House
$1,909/month
1,095 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,368/month
953 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,169/month
823 Sq Ft
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
Public
Grades K-5
468 Students
7
Public
Grades K-5
393 Students
7
Public
Grades K-5
476 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
212 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
457 Students
5
Lawrence Southwest Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
641 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
609 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
516 Students
4
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
Public
Grades 6-8
422 Students
3
Public
Grades 9-12
1,777 Students
7
Public
Grades 9-12
1,589 Students
4
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- University of Kansas Natural History Museum
- Prairie Park Nature Center
- Clinton State Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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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 June 2025.