
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Emporia, KS from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Village/Campus/College Apartments

1839 Merchant St, Unit 312

Courtyard Apartments

811 State St

Terra Park Apartments

Four Seasons

Bluestem Apartments

1127 Market St
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722 Union St

Riverview Condominiums

The Ridge of Emporia

Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes

417 Constitution St

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Crown Point Apartments

Raintree Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

White Lakes Plaza
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Huntley Ridge

Southbrook Apartments

Brookfield Village Apartments

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Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

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The Residences of Auburn Hills

Windchase Flats & Townhomes

Whitehall Apartments
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Westgate Village

Americus Apartments

208 Miami St

1003 SE 26th St

1620 SW College Ave

3304 SW 29th Terrace

512 SW 14th St

751 SE Pinecrest Dr

4842 SW Topeka Blvd
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3365 SE Girard St

1936 SW Clay St
Emporia, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emporia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emporia Studio Apartments | $893 | $400 | $3,332 |
| Emporia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $450 | $3,098 |
| Emporia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $951 | $410 | $4,348 |
| Emporia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $950 | $1,450 |
| Emporia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $1,348 | $1,399 |
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Cheapest Available Emporia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emporia, KS is a Studio unit found at Parkview priced from $400. 811 State St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emporia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview | Studio | Studio,1BA | $400 |
| 811 State St | 2x2S | 2BR,2BA | $525 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Terra Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Terra Park | 1BR,1BA | $551 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| Bluestem Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Four Seasons | 0X1-ER | Studio,1BA | $708 |
| Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $837 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emporia, KS and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emporia area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3BR2B Model at Riverview Condominiums in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Emporia 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 Emporia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Condominiums | 3BR2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 811 State St | 2x2M | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Bluestem Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Parkview | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emporia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Emporia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Emporia is at Parkview listed at $400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emporia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emporia Apartment is $551 at Terra Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emporia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emporia is starting from $525 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Emporia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Emporia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview and starts from $950.
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