Lawrence, KS Rent History

115 months of data, 20162026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,288
1-year change
-5.4%
$-73/mo
5-year change
+36.4%
$344/mo
10-year change
+57.3%
$469/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Lawrence

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2016
2016$819/mo0.0%
2017$807/mo-1.5%-1.5%
2018$836/mo+3.6%+2.1%
2019$860/mo+2.9%+5.0%
2020$899/mo+4.5%+9.8%
2021$928/mo+3.2%+13.3%
2022$1,004/mo+8.2%+22.6%
2023$1,095/mo+9.1%+33.7%
2024$1,172/mo+7.0%+43.1%
2025$1,344/mo+14.7%+64.1%
2026$1,329/mo-1.1%+62.3%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Lawrence changed since 2016?

Median rent in Lawrence, KS was $819 in 2016-12 and is $1,288 as of 2026-06 — a change of $469 per month over 10 years.

How much has Lawrence rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Lawrence, KS has changed +36.4% ($344 per month). The current median is $1,288.

What has rent in Lawrence done over the past decade?

Over the past 10 years, median rent in Lawrence, KS has changed +57.3% ($469 per month). It is now $1,288.

Is rent in Lawrence going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Lawrence, KS has decreased -5.4% ($-73/mo). Current median: $1,288.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.