Cheap Apartments for Rent in Topeka, IL from $500 (42 Rentals)

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1001 Veerman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1001 Veerman St

1001 Veerman StPekin, IL 61554
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1107 Pekin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1107 Pekin Ave

1107 Pekin AveCreve Coeur, IL 61610
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2604 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2604 Pine St

2604 Pine StPekin, IL 61554
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301 N Carole Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

301 N Carole Ave

301 N Carole AveHanna City, IL 61536
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Cityscape Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cityscape Apartments

601 W Romeo B Garrett AvePeoria, IL 61605
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Topeka, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Topeka Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Topeka, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Linn St Commons in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $600. 8710 W Main St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topeka apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$600
8710 W Main StStudioStudio,1BA$600
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$650
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$785
ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTSOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
106 S 4th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$800
Civic Center Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$803
Brandywine Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom G1BR,1BA$850
Westporte ApartmentsWP1B1BR,1BA$880
Marquette PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, IL and Nearby

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Topeka area is the $0.75 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) Model at Brainard Landings Apartments in the starting from $900. The second greatest value Topeka apartment is the HO36012P Model at Hidden Oaks Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Sunset Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brainard Landings ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath (I)3BR,2BA$0.75
Hidden Oaks ApartmentsHO36012P2BR,2BA$1.32
Woodfield Queenwood ApartmentsTwo Bedrooms- Woodfield2BR,1BA$1.05
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Elm HavenElm Small 1 - 11BR,1BA$1.28
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$0.87
106 S 4th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Brandywine Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom G1BR,1BA$1.31
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.06
ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTSOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Getting Around Topeka, IL

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Topeka Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Topeka?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Topeka is at 8710 W Main St listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Topeka Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Topeka Apartment is $600 at Linn St Commons.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Topeka Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Topeka is starting from $750 at The Avenue Apartments.

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