WaterWalk Wichita - Downtown
411 W Maple St,
Wichita, KS 67213
$1,000 - $1,300 | 1-3 Beds
South Central
Wichita, KS
South Central - Wichita, KS
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
An affordable neighborhood near the beloved OJ Watson Park
Affordable
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Outdoors
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Up-and-Coming
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Great Location
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Restaurants
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South Central is an up-and-coming neighborhood located directly south of Downtown Wichita. As one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, South Central features quaint single-family houses and cozy, modern apartments. Rentals in this area are known for their affordability, but there are some more luxurious options available as well. Nestled along the Arkansas River, residents have easy access to several parks and outdoor recreation. Outdoor enthusiasts bicycle, jog, and walk their dogs on trails running along the Arkansas River. While living in South Central, be sure to visit the Kansas Firefighters Museum at Lincoln Park in the center of the community or head a few minutes south to OJ Watson Park, which has lakes for fishing and paddle boating, trains and pony rides, miniature golf, and picnic shelters, as well as educational programs for kids.
For some delicious, authentic eats from across the globe, travel along South Broadway where locals can grab everything from smoked brisket to flavorful tacos. There are also some great locally owned shops along this thoroughfare as well. For even more shopping, dining, and entertainment options, residents can simply take Interstate 35 or U.S. Route 400 to Downtown Wichita, Delano, or any other metro area.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in South Central is $581 for a studio, $761 for one bedroom, and $514 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Central has decreased by -2.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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435 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$581/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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584 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$761/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,000 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$514/month
Average Rent
Transportation
62
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.
34
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
59
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Reviews of South Central - Wichita, KS
Niche Reviews
5 Reviews
Niche User
10 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
Employment has been slower to rebound here than in many areas of the country. Part of the reason is our economy is tied so closely to the major airline manufacturers and many of them have shifted jobs out of this area. But other industries are trying to absorb some of the displaced workers. Some new developments have begun recently that will create jobs and the city itself is campaigning for new industries and more jobs. This area has a lot to offer with a fairly moderate climate and a central location. I think jobs will increase over the next several years but right now the market it a little tight. The industry I am currently in is very strongly regulated with regards to salary which is one reason I am returning to school in order to increase my value in the job market. The economy is slowing beginning to grow in this area and with it will come more jobs and hopefully higher salaries for skilled workers.
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† 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 February 2025.