1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS (104 Rentals)

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Deer Creek Apartments
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Deer Creek Apartments

423-430 SE Winfield AveTopeka, KS 66607
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The Terrace Apartments
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The Terrace Apartments

2107-2225 SW 29th TerTopeka, KS 66611
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Capital Corner
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Capital Corner

800-820 SW Polk StTopeka, KS 66612
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1601 NW Central Ave
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1601 NW Central Ave

1601 NW Central AveTopeka, KS 66608
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Briarcliff Apartments
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Briarcliff Apartments

2944-2950 SW Wayne AveTopeka, KS 66611
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Wesparke Village
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Wesparke Village

3602 SW Wesparke LnTopeka, KS 66614
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes

2024 SE Massachusetts AveTopeka, KS 66607
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Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 18, 2025

There are currently 590 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Topeka, KS that range in price from $495 to $2,682. Quinton Heights, Randolph and Norton are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Topeka with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Quinton Heights27$831$495
Randolph27$831$495
Norton26$831$495
Westboro26$873$495
Chesney Park25$820$495
College Hill25$831$495
Elmhurst Shawnee25$831$495
South Topeka25$749$495
Tennessee Town25$831$495
Central Park23$782$495

Largest Available Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Topeka, KS is found at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes in the Central Topeka neighborhood and is 1,285 square feet priced from $1,075. Curtis Homes in the North Topeka East neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 992 square feet and currently listed start at $550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Topeka:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes2 Bed/2 Bath1,285 Sq Ft$1,075
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom992 Sq Ft$550
Fontainebleau1 bedroom 1 bath917 Sq Ft$950
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed816 Sq Ft$899
Westgate Village ApartmentsRenovated & Updated 1 Bed Apartment800 Sq Ft$915
Huntley Ridge1BL - 1 Bedroom792 Sq Ft$775
The Residences of Auburn HillsThe Rose792 Sq Ft$925
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$595
Shawnee Lake Apartments3613 SE 30th Terrace750 Sq Ft$945
Wheatfield VillageA-7673 Sq Ft$1,659

Cheapest Available Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Topeka, KS is the Curtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Model starting from $550 at Curtis Homes in the North Topeka East neighborhood. The second most affordable Topeka 1 Bedroom is the Walk Up - 1 Bed Model at Crown Point Apartments starting at $552 in the South Topeka neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Topeka is currently $976. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Topeka:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom$550
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed$552
Library Park Apartments1BR/1BA$558
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom$595
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Large$633
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled$638
Prospect Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom$649
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom$650
The Village at Old Town1Bed$668
Mount Vernon Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$693

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Topeka Overview

Topeka, KS is the state capital. As such, there is always something interesting going on here, and with a population of just over 127,000, you get the best of a small community and large city living that includes fine dining and many shopping outlets.

Why live in Topeka, KS?

One of the best reasons to live in Topeka is the people. In fact, it was because of them that Topeka was voted 9th best small community by Gallup in 2012. Also, the cost of living here is less than the national average, and there is a huge farmer's market to enjoy every summer. In addition, there is a great art's community and lots of public art, and over 100 parks to enjoy. Not to mention there are four major trails in town that include twenty miles of bike trails as well.

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Getting Around Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Topeka with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Topeka is at Curtis Homes listed at $550.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Topeka is $976.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Topeka is a 1,285 square feet unit starting from $1,075 at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes.

What is the average size for Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Topeka is currently 696 sq ft.

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