
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, KS from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Bentley Place

University Heights Apartments

Washburn South

Raintree Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

Paradise Plaza Apartments

The Village at Old Town

Kensington Park Apartments
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Mount Vernon Apartments

White Lakes Plaza

Huntley Ridge

The Lofts at College Hill

Summer Breeze Apartments

Harrison Street Apartments

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3100 SW 29th Ter

Southbrook Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments
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Willow Run Apartments

Brookfield Village Apartments

Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

The Residences of Auburn Hills

Windchase Flats & Townhomes

Whitehall Apartments

Westgate Village

Shawnee Lake Apartments
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Library Park Apartments

College Villas

Pioneer Adams Townhomes

Pioneer Adams Towne Homes II

The Kapital Apartments

3831 SW South Park Ave

1620 SW College Ave

3304 SW 29th Terrace

512 SW 14th St
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3365 SE Girard St

4842 SW Topeka Blvd
Carbondale, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carbondale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale Studio Apartments | $953 | $480 | $3,204 |
| Carbondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $988 | $550 | $3,268 |
| Carbondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $625 | $4,334 |
| Carbondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $905 | $1,450 |
| Carbondale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,375 | $1,400 |
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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. Bentley Place in the South Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carbondale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $458 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $669 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| The Village at Old Town | 2bed1ba | 2BR,1BA | $690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, KS and Nearby
As of May 20, 2026 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 South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Carbondale apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement Model at Montara Village starting at $1,175 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Topeka Airport Forbes Field neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carbondale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Willow Run Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| University Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Village at Old Town | 2bed1ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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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 $550 at Bentley Place.
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 $625 at Bentley Place.
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 $995.
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