Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Wichitaâs rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and singleâfamily homes, catering to students, young professionals, and families alike. Apartment studios and oneâbedroom units typically fall within the $700â$900 range, while larger twoâ and threeâbedroom layouts trend toward the $1,000â$1,300 bracket. Upscale fourâplusâbedroom apartments can reach the $1,900 range, providing spacious options for those seeking extra room. For house renters, studio and twoâbedroom homes are generally available in the $800â$1,000 range, with threeâbedroom residences centering around $1,300. Higherâend fourâplusâbedroom houses often command rates in the $1,850â$2,100 range, reflecting the premium space and amenities they provide.
Neighborhoods such as Old Town and the Riverfront District deliver vibrant urban living just steps from dining, entertainment, and the cityâs lively riverwalk. Families often gravitate toward College Hill and Riverside, where treeâlined streets and proximity to Wichita State University, the Botanica Garden, and the Sedgwick County Zoo create a welcoming, communityâfocused atmosphere. Downtown Wichita continues to attract renters with modern loft conversions and newâbuild apartments that blend historic charm with contemporary design.
Whether youâre searching for an affordable studio near campus, a midâsize apartment close to the Riverwalk, or a spacious house in a familyâfriendly suburb, Wichitaâs rental landscape provides flexible options across a range of price points. The cityâs blend of cultural attractions, economic growth, and diverse housing stock makes it an appealing destination for anyone looking to call Kansasâs âAir Capitalâ home.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $737 | $610 | $450 - $1,821 | $500 - $835 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $887 | $808 | $495 - $1,928 | $703 - $970 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,071 | $975 | $600 - $3,090 | $850 - $1,190 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,313 | $1,299 | $695 - $2,389 | $1,095 - $1,450 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $819 | $650 | $495 - $1,350 | $595 - $1,195 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,012 | $975 | $500 - $1,800 | $850 - $1,125 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,339 | $1,347 | $750 - $2,750 | $1,050 - $1,595 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,085 | $1,895 | $965 - $4,500 | $1,600 - $2,400 |
In the current period, the average rent in Wichita was $737 for Studio, $878 for 1 Bedroom, $1,042 for 2 Bedroom, $1,335 for 3 Bedroom, and $1,907 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.