
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $300 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Topeka area of Topeka.


Shawnee Lake Apartments

Capital Corner

Paradise Plaza Apartments

Bentley Place

The Village at Old Town
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East Topeka, Topeka, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Topeka?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Topeka Studio Apartments | $501 | $375 | $625 |
| East Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $693 | $528 | $995 |
| East Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $587 | $1,780 |
| East Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $995 | $1,040 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the East Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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Cheapest Available East Topeka Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Topeka 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $615. Here are the most affordable East Topeka apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $375 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Madison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Paradise Plaza Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Topeka, KS
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Topeka apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Paradise Plaza Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East 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 |
| Paradise Plaza Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Shawnee Lake Apartments | 3613 SE 30th Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 808 SW 11th St, Unit 4 | 808 SW 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Madison Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Topeka Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Topeka?
The cheapest apartment in East Topeka is The Village at Old Town which is listed at $615, while the average apartment in East Topeka costs $1,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 5 regular apartments in East Topeka that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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