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710 SW Fairlawn RdTopeka, KS 66606
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1510 SW Lane StTopeka, KS 66604
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822 SW 8th AveTopeka, KS 66603
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238 SW Gage BlvdTopeka, KS 66606
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1301 SW Harrison StTopeka, KS 66612
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Meadowlark Apartments
1701 SW 37th StTopeka, KS 66611
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1510 SW Washburn AveTopeka, KS 66604
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2101-2135 SW Potomac DrTopeka, KS 66611
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5201 SW 34th StTopeka, KS 66614
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5231 SW West DrTopeka, KS 66606
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Shawnee County, KS Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shawnee County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee County Studio Apartments | $591 | $458 | $805 |
| Shawnee County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $851 | $500 | $2,872 |
| Shawnee County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $595 | $4,271 |
| Shawnee County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $905 | $1,730 |
| Shawnee County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Shawnee County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Shawnee County, KS is a Studio unit found at Bentley Place in the South Topeka neighborhood priced from $375. Library Park Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $518. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shawnee County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $375 |
| Library Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $518 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Prospect Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $573 |
| Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| Coronado 2 | Renovated Studio - 416 | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $612 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Washburn Arms | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee County, KS
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shawnee County area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Summer Breeze Apartments in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Shawnee County 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 Shawnee County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Summer Breeze Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Capstone Townhomes | 3BR Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Curtis Homes | Curtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Bristol Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| University Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom East | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 808 SW 11th St, Unit 4 | 808 SW 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shawnee County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shawnee County is under $650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shawnee County?
The cheapest apartment in Shawnee County is Washburn South which is listed at $573, while the average apartment in Shawnee County costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shawnee County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Shawnee County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Shawnee County?
Cheap apartments in Shawnee County have an average cost of $205 which is $1,195 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shawnee County.
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