
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Silver Lake, KS from $400 (40 Rentals)
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308 Chestnut St

Prospect Hills Apartments

Washburn South

Raintree Apartments

The Village at Old Town

The Pines Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments
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Huntley Ridge

The Lofts at College Hill

Kensington Park Apartments

Summer Breeze Apartments

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University Heights Apartments

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Oakwood

Southbrook Apartments

Willow Run Apartments
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Brookfield Village Apartments

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Lincoln Street Apartments

Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Whitehall Apartments

Hillsdale Apartments

The Residences of Auburn Hills
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Fontainebleau Apartments

Villa West Apartments and Townhomes

Westgate Village Apartments

Crown Colony Apartments

Sherwood Apartments

Library Park Apartments

1324 SW 17th St

College Villas
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3304 SW 29th Terrace

1312 SW 17th St

1711 SW Kent Pl

1808 SE 24th St

1823 SW 2nd St

2934 SW Lydia Ave

2404 SW Plass Ave

1623 SW Campbell Ave
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Silver Lake, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Silver Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake Studio Apartments | $886 | $565 | $2,548 |
| Silver Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,113 | $573 | $3,114 |
| Silver Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $690 | $4,425 |
| Silver Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $905 | $1,607 |
| Silver Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Silver Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Silver Lake, KS is a Studio unit found at Prospect Hills Apartments in the West Southwest 2 neighborhood priced from $565. College Villas in the Central Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Silver Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| College Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| 308 Chestnut St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| The Pines Apartments | Junior | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Oakwood | Studios | Studio,1BA | $758 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Silver Lake, KS and Nearby
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Silver Lake area is the $1.15 price per square foot The Sunflower Model at The Residences of Auburn Hills in the in the Southwest Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,329. The second greatest value Silver Lake apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Willow Run Apartments starting at $1,260 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Silver Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences of Auburn Hills | The Sunflower | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Willow Run Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 2 bedroom Townhome-Market | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 850 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Lofts at College Hill | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 308 Chestnut St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| College Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Silver Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Silver Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Silver Lake is at Prospect Hills Apartments listed at $565.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment is $599 at College Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Silver Lake is starting from $690 at The Village at Old Town.
What is the most affordable Silver Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Silver Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Breeze Apartments and starts from $1,125.
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