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property at 1117 SW 11th

$950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1117 SW 11th

TopekaKS66604

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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 Library Park Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood priced from $425. Madison Street Apartments in the East Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shawnee County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$425
Madison Street ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$525
Prospect Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
1601 NW Central AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$580
Raintree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$583
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$612
The Village at Old Town1Bed1BR,1BA$615
Chartwell ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Washburn Arms1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee County, KS

As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shawnee County 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 Shawnee County 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 Shawnee County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$1.00
Whitehall Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.99
Brookfield Village ApartmentsAtwood2BR,1BA$0.95
Granada2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Meadowlark Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath Remodeled2BR,1.5BA$0.81
White Lakes PlazaOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.96
Madison Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91

Frequently Asked Questions about Shawnee County

What type of rentals are currently available in Shawnee County?

There are currently 233 Apartments for Rent in Shawnee County, KS with pricing that ranges from $458 to $3,969. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shawnee County ranging from $325 to $3,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shawnee County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shawnee County ranges from $325 to $3,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,615.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shawnee County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shawnee County range from $905 to $1,609, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,375.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.