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Manhattan, KS

Area Guide

Welcome to Manhattan, Kansas, affectionately known as "The Little Apple." As the home of Kansas State University, this welcoming community sits amid the rolling Flint Hills region. Housing options throughout Manhattan include apartment communities near campus and residences in established neighborhoods like Northview and Woodland Hills. Current rental trends show steady growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $822 monthly and experiencing a 3.4% annual increase, while larger units see more significant changes, particularly in the four-bedroom market with a 44% rise.

Manhattan's downtown district and Aggieville entertainment area serve as community hubs, offering local shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The city embraces its natural surroundings through attractions like Sunset Zoo, the Konza Prairie Research Natural Area, and the Kansas State University Gardens. Tuttle Creek State Park, just five miles north, provides opportunities for hiking, boating, and camping. Cultural attractions include the Flint Hills Discovery Center and the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art. Founded by New England settlers in the 1850s as a Free-State town, Manhattan maintains its educational legacy through Kansas State University, where approximately 24,000 students attend classes.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Manhattan, KS is $653 for a studio, $833 for one bedroom, $1,047 for two bedrooms, and $1,305 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Manhattan has increased by 3.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$833/month
641 Sq Ft
House
$1,477/month
884 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Manhattan, KS is 9.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Manhattan is 25.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $653 - $1,305. You can expect to pay 4.7% less for groceries, 1.3% more for utilities, and 5.3% less for transportation.

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Transportation

52

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.

53

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

Amanda Arnold Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

439 Students

Frank V Bergman Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

536 Students

Marlatt Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

447 Students

Woodrow Wilson Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

219 Students

Theo Roosevelt Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

449 Students

Susan B Anthony Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

747 Students

Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

740 Students

Manhattan High School West/East Campus

Public

Grades 9-12

1,954 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sunset Zoo
  • City Park of Manhattan (KS)
  • Kansas State University Gardens
  • Kansas State Insect Zoo
  • Konza Prairie Biological Station

Airports

  • Manhattan Regional

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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.