
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $300 (15 Rentals)
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Downtown Topeka, Topeka, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Topeka?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Topeka Studio Apartments | $611 | $543 | $695 |
Downtown Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $656 | $650 | $675 |
Downtown Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $899 | $595 | $1,500 |
Downtown Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $994 | $950 | $1,038 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Topeka Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Topeka area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Bentley Place priced from $375. Milestone Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Downtown Topeka apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $375 |
Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Coronado 2 | Renovated Studio - 416 | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $668 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Topeka, KS
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Topeka area is the $1.00 price per square foot 311 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Downtown Topeka apartment is the Premium 1 Bedroom Model at Harrison Street Apartments starting at $675 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the South Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kansas Avenue Lofts | 311 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Harrison Street Apartments | Premium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
Coronado 2 | Renovated Studio - 416 | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Topeka, Topeka, KS
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Topeka, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Topeka Neighborhood in Topeka, KS
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Topeka Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Topeka?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Topeka is Harrison Street Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Downtown Topeka costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Topeka?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Downtown Topeka that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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