Kansas
Kansas offers SFR investors the ideal mix of affordability, strong rental demand and steady long-term appreciation. Whether you’re focusing on short- or long-term rentals, Kansas offers various types of markets to align with your investment goals and maximize returns.
Markets like Topeka and Overland Park have seen notable growth in average SFR rents. Topeka led the way with a 4.0% YoY increase, bringing the average rent to $1,285 per month. Overland Park followed with a 3.4% rise, reaching $2,140 per month. While Wichita, one of the state’s most competitive markets, saw a modest 0.3% increase, it still maintains a solid average rent of $1,342 per month1.
Topeka, Great Bend and other markets offer both STR and LTR opportunities, but Wichita stands out, earning a spot on AirDNA’s “Best Places to Invest in Short-Term Rentals in 2025.” With an average property price of $294,573 and an annual revenue potential of $38,929, Wichita offers a 13.2% gross yield2. As a result, it’s a phenomenal option for STR investors pursuing reliable cash flow and immediate appreciation.
Visio Lending is Kansas’s premier DSCR lender, requiring an MSA or approved exception. SFR investors turn to us for fast, dependable and flexible financing solutions to help them scale their rental portfolios in this growing market.
Sources:
1: Rentometer
2: AirDNA – Best Places to Invest in Short-Term Rentals in 2025
