
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Topeka area of Topeka.


The Village at Old Town

Bentley Place

Capital Corner

Madison Street Apartments

315 SW 4th St
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Oak Tree Square Apartments

626-630 SW Polk St

403-409 SW Huntoon St

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Village at Old Town

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Topeka Studio Apartments | $522 | $423 | $625 |
| Downtown Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $630 | $528 | $710 |
| Downtown Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $587 | $1,780 |
| Downtown Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,032 | $1,025 | $1,040 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 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 Capital Corner priced from $423. Bentley Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Downtown Topeka apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Corner | Studio | Studio,1BA | $423 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Madison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Topeka, KS
As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Topeka area is the $1.43 price per square foot 407 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Topeka apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Madison Street Apartments starting at $625 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas Avenue Lofts | 407 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Madison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Capital Corner | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Topeka Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Topeka Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Topeka Apartment is $528 at Capital Corner.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Topeka Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Topeka is starting from $587 at Capital Corner.
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