
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scranton, KS from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Bentley Place

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Raintree Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

Paradise Plaza Apartments

Kensington Park Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

White Lakes Plaza

Huntley Ridge
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Trianon Apartments & Townhomes

Montara Village

Library Park Apartments

College Villas

Pioneer Adams Townhomes

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The Kapital Apartments

1003 SE 26th St

1620 SW College Ave

3304 SW 29th Terrace
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512 SW 14th St

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4842 SW Topeka Blvd

1936 SW Clay St

2117 SW Van Buren St

3317 SE Bryant St

3831 SW South Park Ave

1400 SW Afton St

1623 SW Campbell Ave
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Scranton, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scranton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton Studio Apartments | $930 | $480 | $3,332 |
| Scranton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $954 | $500 | $3,098 |
| Scranton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $625 | $4,348 |
| Scranton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $905 | $1,450 |
| Scranton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,375 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, 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 Scranton 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 |
| College Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| 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 |
| Washburn South | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, KS and Nearby
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scranton 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 Scranton 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 Scranton 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 |
| Washburn South | Two Bedroom with Washer Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 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 Scranton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scranton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scranton is at Library Park Apartments listed at $458.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment is $550 at Bentley Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scranton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scranton is starting from $625 at Bentley Place.
What is the most affordable Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise Plaza Apartments and starts from $995.
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