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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, IL and Nearby

As of May 16, 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 Two Bedrooms- Woodfield Model at Woodfield Queenwood Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.05 price per square foot . 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
Woodfield Queenwood ApartmentsTwo Bedrooms- Woodfield2BR,1BA$1.05
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Elm Haven$250 MOVE IN SPECIAL1BR,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
Civic Center Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.34
ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTSOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Topeka

What type of rentals are currently available in Topeka?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Topeka, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,450. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Topeka ranging from $623 to $1,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Topeka?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Topeka ranges from $623 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $924.

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