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The Terrace Apartments
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The Terrace Apartments

2107-2225 SW 29th TerTopeka, KS 66611
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Capital Corner
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Capital Corner

800-820 SW Polk StTopeka, KS 66612
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1601 NW Central Ave
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1601 NW Central Ave

1601 NW Central AveTopeka, KS 66608
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Briarcliff Apartments
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Briarcliff Apartments

2944-2950 SW Wayne AveTopeka, KS 66611
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Wesparke Village
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Wesparke Village

3602 SW Wesparke LnTopeka, KS 66614
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes

2024 SE Massachusetts AveTopeka, KS 66607
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Washburn Arms
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Washburn Arms

1926 SW Washburn AveTopeka, KS 66604

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Topeka, KS Local Guide

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Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 31, 2025

There are currently 473 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Topeka, KS that range in price from $495 to $2,855. Westboro, McAlister Parkway and West Southwest 3 are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Topeka with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Westboro34$765$495
McAlister Parkway30$839$558
West Southwest 329$900$575
Quinton Heights22$684$495
Chesney Park20$695$495
Randolph19$764$495
Central Park18$677$495
College Hill18$699$495
South Topeka18$675$495
Southwest Topeka16$975$715

Largest Available Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Topeka, KS is found at Curtis Homes in the North Topeka East neighborhood and is 992 square feet priced from $700. The Lofts at College Hill in the Central Topeka neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 816 square feet and currently listed start at $899. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Topeka:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom992 Sq Ft$700
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed816 Sq Ft$899
Westgate Village ApartmentsRenovated & Updated 1 Bed Apartment800 Sq Ft$915
The Residences of Auburn HillsThe Rose792 Sq Ft$975
Huntley Ridge1BL - 1 Bedroom792 Sq Ft$775
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$675
Whitehall Apartments1 Bedroom - Large Renovated750 Sq Ft$905
Prospect Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom730 Sq Ft$649
El Dorado Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath700 Sq Ft$700
Willow Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom612 Sq Ft$740

Cheapest Available Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Topeka, KS is the 1BR/1BA Model starting from $558 at Library Park Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood. The second most affordable Topeka 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Small Model at Washburn South starting at $573 in the South Topeka neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Topeka is currently $993. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Topeka:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Library Park Apartments1BR/1BA$558
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Small$573
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed$612
Raintree Apartments1 Bedroom East$620
Washburn Arms1 Bed/ 1 Bath$625
Prospect Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom$649
Harrison Street Apartments1-bedrooms$650
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled$669
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom$675
Mount Vernon Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$693

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Topeka Overview

Topeka, KS is the state capital. As such, there is always something interesting going on here, and with a population of just over 127,000, you get the best of a small community and large city living that includes fine dining and many shopping outlets.

Why live in Topeka, KS?

One of the best reasons to live in Topeka is the people. In fact, it was because of them that Topeka was voted 9th best small community by Gallup in 2012. Also, the cost of living here is less than the national average, and there is a huge farmer's market to enjoy every summer. In addition, there is a great art's community and lots of public art, and over 100 parks to enjoy. Not to mention there are four major trails in town that include twenty miles of bike trails as well.

Topeka, KS
Population: 125,904

Ranked #221

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Topeka with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Topeka is at Library Park Apartments listed at $558.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Topeka is $993.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Topeka Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Topeka is a 992 square feet unit starting from $700 at Curtis Homes.

What is the average size for Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Topeka is currently 0 sq ft.

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