Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $300 (20 Rentals)
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Downtown, Topeka, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Studio Apartments | $522 | $495 | $545 |
Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $683 | $615 | $695 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $690 | $1,780 |
Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,032 | $1,025 | $1,040 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Bentley Place priced from $375. The Village at Old Town has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $495. Here are the most affordable Downtown 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 |
The Village at Old Town | Studio | Studio,1BA | $495 |
The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Chartwell Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, KS
As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.59 price per square foot 307 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,780. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Chartwell Apartments starting at $665 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the East Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kansas Avenue Lofts | 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Chartwell Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
The Village at Old Town | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Topeka, KS
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown, Topeka, KS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $615 at The Village at Old Town.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $690 at The Village at Old Town.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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