
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

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Madison Street Apartments

315 SW 4th St
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626-630 SW Polk St

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Village at Old Town

49 on Polk Apartments

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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 | $607 | $423 | $745 |
| Downtown Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $691 | $528 | $950 |
| Downtown Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $928 | $587 | $1,400 |
| 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. Madison Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. 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 |
| Madison Street Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Topeka, KS
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Topeka area is the $1.31 price per square foot 301 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,400. 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 | 301 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Madison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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 |
| Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Topeka Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Topeka?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Topeka is at Capital Corner listed at $423.
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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