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Emporia, KS Local Guide

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. Village/Campus/College Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $410. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emporia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ParkviewUniversity 1x1Studio,2BA$400
Village/Campus/College ApartmentsMarket Manor2BR,1BA$410
Bluestem ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$538
811 State St1x11BR,1BA$540
Terra Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Terra Park1BR,1BA$551

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emporia, KS and Nearby

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emporia area is the $0.81 price per square foot 3BR Townhome Model at Capstone Townhomes in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Emporia apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement Model at Montara Village starting at $1,075 with a $0.91 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$0.91
811 State St2x2L2BR,2BA$0.83
Riverview Condominiums2BR1B2BR,1BA$0.86
Bluestem ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Huntley Ridge1B-1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes1BR1BR,1.5BA$1.05
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$0.97
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.06
ParkviewUniversity 1x1Studio ,2BA$1.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emporia

What type of rentals are currently available in Emporia?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Emporia, KS with pricing that ranges from $400 to $4,271. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emporia ranging from $650 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emporia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emporia ranges from $650 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,310.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Emporia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Emporia range from $575 to $1,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,275 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,348.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.