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Library Park Apartments
1037 SW Garfield AveTopeka, KS 66604
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The Village at Old Town
822 SW 8th AveTopeka, KS 66603
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University Heights Apartments
1510 SW Lane StTopeka, KS 66604
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332 SW Topeka BlvdTopeka, KS 66603
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1301 SW Harrison StTopeka, KS 66612
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The Lofts at College Hill
1510 SW Washburn AveTopeka, KS 66604
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Mount Vernon Apartments
2101-2135 SW Potomac DrTopeka, KS 66611
521 SW Tyler St
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Downtown, Topeka, KS Local Guide
Topeka skyline by Wiki User: Kswx29 is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $592 | $458 | $695 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $684 | $558 | $899 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,005 | $650 | $1,500 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $914 | $1,293 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 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. Library Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $458. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $375 |
| Library Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $458 |
| The Village at Old Town | Studio | Studio,1BA | $543 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, KS
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Central Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 311 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts starting at $975 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Kansas Avenue Lofts | 311 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Paradise Plaza Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| The Lofts at College Hill | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| University Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 808 SW 11th St, Unit 4 | 808 SW 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Library Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
| Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Topeka, KS
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Best Local Schools in Downtown, Topeka, KS
Williams Science And Fine Arts Magnet School
Topeka Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-5 (420)
3 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $914.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Library Park Apartments which is listed at $558, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $152 which is $1,248 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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