
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Topeka, IL from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Lincoln Terrace Apartments

Brainard Landings

Sunset Hills Apartments

528 Henrietta St

Willow Oaks Apartments

Glen Oak Towers

Williamsburg Townhouses
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The Avenue Apartments

106 S 4th St

Civic Center Plaza Apartments

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Brandywine Crossing Apartments

EMR Apartments

Marquette Place

502 W High St
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Haymeadow Apartments

Stonecrest

1806 N Peoria Ave

215 N 3rd St

505 E Virginia Ave

824 W Mac Queen Ave

8710 W Main St

1001 Veerman St
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2112-2117 N Linn St

119 Vanburen Ct

2604 Pine St

1107 Pekin Ave

412 E Arcadia Ave

Cityscape

301 N Carole Ave

Churchview Garden Homes
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Glen Oak Manor

730 E McClure Ave

Elm Haven

526 Fairholm Ave

602 W Loucks Ave

202 Van Buren Street

511 W High St

3912 N New York Ave
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911 Hamilton St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Topeka?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka Studio Apartments | $1,085 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $400 | $2,100 |
| Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $547 | $2,310 |
| Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $620 | $2,300 |
| Topeka 4 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $630 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Topeka Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Topeka, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Senior Flats priced from $400. Cityscape in the Averyville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $711. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topeka apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
| Cityscape | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $711 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Glen Oak Manor | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $925 |
| Haymeadow Apartments | Springhouse | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, IL and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Topeka area is the $0.71 price per square foot Sunset Hills Model at Sunset Hills Apartments in the starting from $925. The second greatest value Topeka apartment is the Three Bedroom/Two Bath Model at The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I starting at $1,620 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I | Three Bedroom/Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 107 NE Roanoke Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cityscape | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.70 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Glen Oak Manor | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Topeka Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Topeka?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Topeka is at Civic Center Plaza Apartments listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Topeka Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Topeka Apartment is $400 at Lincoln Senior Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Topeka Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Topeka is starting from $711 at Cityscape.
What is the most affordable Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cityscape and starts from $818.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.