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2600 SW Clay St
$5001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

2600 SW Clay St

Topeka, KS 66611
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1324 SW 17th St
$6651 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

1324 SW 17th St

Topeka, KS 66604
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1409 SW Topeka Blvd
$6951 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

1409 SW Topeka Blvd

Topeka, KS 66612
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Bentley Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bentley Place

1300 SW Tyler StTopeka, KS 66612
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Deer Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

423-430 SE Winfield AveTopeka, KS 66607
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Highland Park Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park Townhomes

2301-2449 SE Bellview AveTopeka, KS 66605
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Glen Oak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Oak Apartments

1243 SW Western AveTopeka, KS 66604
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1601 NW Central Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1601 NW Central Ave

1601 NW Central AveTopeka, KS 66608
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The Terrace Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

2107-2225 SW 29th TerTopeka, KS 66611
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Capital Corner
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capital Corner

800-820 SW Polk StTopeka, KS 66612
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pioneer Adams Townhomes

2024 SE Massachusetts AveTopeka, KS 66607
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Topeka, KS Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topeka, KS

Pricing Updated: 02/22/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Topeka, KS area range in price from $453 to $4,421 with an overall median price of $1,359. The three Topeka neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ward-Meade at $525, South Southeast 1 at $468, and West Southwest 3 at $468. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Topeka Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ward-Meade$595$52571
South Southeast 1$1,185$4684214
West Southwest 3$1,200$4684355
Ellenwand$1,205$5254220
Topeka Airport Forbes Field$1,275$4682433
Central Highland Park$1,400$4532877
Central Park$1,400$4533114
Central Topeka$1,400$4533035
Chesney Park$1,400$4534468
College Hill$1,400$4535334

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 $453. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$453
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$525
Capital CornerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$528
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$552
Washburn North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$593
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$595
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$600
The Village at Old Town1Bed1BR,1BA$615
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$633
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$638

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS

As of February 22, 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 3BR Townhome Model at Capstone Townhomes starting at $975 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the South Topeka 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.
Summer Breeze Apartments3 Bed3BR,2BA$0.87
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Fontainebleau2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.88
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$0.91
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.56
Prospect Hills ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
White Lakes PlazaTwo Bedroom One and Half Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.82
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.91
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.79
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$0.93

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Library Park Apartments listed at $453.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Topeka Apartment is $528 at Capital Corner.

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 $587 at Capital Corner.

What is the most affordable Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise Plaza Apartments and starts from $750.

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