West Wichita encompasses a large and fast-growing part of this Great Plains city to the west of the Arkansas River. West Wichita is home to Sedgwick County Zoo, which has entertained visitors and long-time residents for decades. Here you’ll find housing developments both new and old near amazing parks like Riverside Park and a plethora of shopping centers that make running errands without crossing the river easy. You can find locals gathered at breweries and locally owned restaurants scattered around West Wichita during the warmer months of the year. Rentals range from affordable apartments to spacious single-family homes that have made West Wichita popular among families.