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

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308 Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

308 Chestnut St

308 Chestnut StSilver Lake, KS 66539

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Library Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Library Park Apartments

1037 SW Garfield AveTopeka, KS 66604
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College Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

College Villas

1436 SW Byron StTopeka, KS 66604
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Silver Lake, KS Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prospect Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
College Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$599
308 Chestnut St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$600
The Village at Old Town1Bed1BR,1BA$615
The Pines ApartmentsJuniorStudio,1BA$630
Kensington Park ApartmentsKensington1BR,1BA$675
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Summer Breeze Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$700
Mount Vernon Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
OakwoodStudiosStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Residences of Auburn HillsThe Sunflower3BR,2BA$1.15
Willow Run ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.13
Southbrook Apartments2 bedroom Townhome-Market2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed | 1 Bath | 850 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.05
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.10
Mount Vernon Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Misty Glen Apartments and TownhomesThe Meadow1BR,1BA$1.17
Summer Breeze Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.04
308 Chestnut St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.04
College Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.09

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Silver Lake, KS

Ranked #35

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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.

Expert Rental Resources

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.