Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, KS from $400 (23 Rentals)

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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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The Kapital
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Kapital

1306 SW Harrison StTopeka, KS 66612

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College Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Villas

1436 SW Byron StTopeka, KS 66604
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Carbondale, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carbondale Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$458
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$525
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio,1BA$543
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$612
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$633

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, KS and Nearby

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carbondale area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Central Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Carbondale 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 Carbondale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$0.91
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.01
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.10
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.79
Huntley Ridge1B-1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$0.97
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carbondale, KS

Ranked #32

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Carbondale, KS

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carbondale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carbondale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carbondale is at Library Park Apartments listed at $458.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbondale Apartment is $558 at Library Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carbondale is starting from $695 at University Heights Apartments.

What is the most affordable Carbondale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carbondale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise Plaza Apartments and starts from $914.

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