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Library Park Apartments
1037 SW Garfield AveTopeka, KS 66604
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Crown Point Apartments
3711 SW Park South CtTopeka, KS 66609
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University Heights Apartments
1510 SW Lane StTopeka, KS 66604
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Raintree Apartments
3500 SW 29th StTopeka, KS 66614
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The Village at Old Town
822 SW 8th AveTopeka, KS 66603
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Prospect Hills Apartments
710 SW Fairlawn RdTopeka, KS 66606
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The Pines Apartments
238 SW Gage BlvdTopeka, KS 66606
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Meadowlark Apartments
1701 SW 37th StTopeka, KS 66611
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White Lakes Plaza
3733 SW Plaza DrTopeka, KS 66609
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Harrison Street Apartments
1301 SW Harrison StTopeka, KS 66612
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The Lofts at College Hill
1510 SW Washburn AveTopeka, KS 66604
1500 SW Van Buren St
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Mount Vernon Apartments
2101-2135 SW Potomac DrTopeka, KS 66611
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Southbrook Apartments
5201 SW 34th StTopeka, KS 66614
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Willow Run Apartments
5231 SW West DrTopeka, KS 66606
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Oakbrook Terrace Apartments
3211 SW Twilight CtTopeka, KS 66614
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Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes
3201 SW Randolph AveTopeka, KS 66611
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Cedar Ridge Apartments
3200-3330 SW Eveningside DrTopeka, KS 66614
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3441 SW Burlingame RdTopeka, KS 66611
1900 SW Washburn Ave
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Capstone Townhomes
3620-3640 SW Plass AveTopeka, KS 66611
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Brookfield Village Apartments
2536 SW Brandywine LnTopeka, KS 66614
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3930 SW Twilight DrTopeka, KS 66614
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Topeka, KS Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Topeka?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Topeka Studio Apartments | $625 | $458 | $1,819 |
| Cheap Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $495 | $2,290 |
| Cheap Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $695 | $4,531 |
| Cheap Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $905 | $1,679 |
| Cheap Topeka 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topeka, KS
Pricing Updated: 05/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Topeka, KS area range in price from $458 to $4,531 with an overall median price of $1,358. The three Topeka neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Topeka at $525, Southwest Topeka at $600, and Topeka Airport Forbes Field at $468. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Topeka Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Topeka | $1,038 | $525 | 24 |
| Southwest Topeka | $1,180 | $600 | 31 |
| Topeka Airport Forbes Field | $1,180 | $468 | 39 |
| Ellenwand | $1,185 | $565 | 72 |
| South Southeast 1 | $1,185 | $468 | 78 |
| West Southwest 3 | $1,185 | $468 | 79 |
| Central Highland Park | $1,400 | $458 | 34 |
| Central Park | $1,400 | $458 | 83 |
| Central Topeka | $1,400 | $458 | 60 |
| Chesney Park | $1,400 | $458 | 88 |
Cheapest Available Topeka Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Library Park Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood priced from $458. University Heights Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topeka apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $458 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Curtis Homes | Curtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $552 |
| Prospect Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $578 |
| Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $628 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $638 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Topeka area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Summer Breeze Apartments in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Topeka apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,150 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Central Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Summer Breeze Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Capstone Townhomes | 3BR Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Curtis Homes | Curtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| White Lakes Plaza | Two Bedroom One and Half Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| University Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Washburn North Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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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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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 Cheap Topeka Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Topeka?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Topeka is under $650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Topeka?
The cheapest apartment in Topeka is Crown Point Apartments which is listed at $552, while the average apartment in Topeka costs $1,358.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Topeka?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 120 regular apartments in Topeka that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Topeka?
Cheap apartments in Topeka have an average cost of $250 which is $1,108 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Topeka.
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