
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $300 (18 Rentals)
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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 |
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East Topeka Studio Apartments | $575 | $543 | $613 |
East Topeka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $679 | $649 | $945 |
East Topeka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,030 | $748 | $1,622 |
East Topeka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $914 | $1,268 |
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There are currently 18 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. Milestone Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable East Topeka 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 |
Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $668 |
Bristol Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Topeka, KS
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Topeka area is the $1.00 price per square foot 311 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value East Topeka apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Paradise Plaza Apartments starting at $914 with a $1.01 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. |
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Kansas Avenue Lofts | 311 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Paradise Plaza Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
Bristol Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Shawnee Lake Apartments | 3613 SE 30th Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
808 SW 11th St, Unit 4 | 808 SW 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Harrison Street Apartments | Premium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Milestone Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
Bentley Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Topeka, Topeka, KS
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Topeka, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Topeka Neighborhood in Topeka, KS
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Harrison Street Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in East Topeka costs $1,038.
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 3 regular apartments in East Topeka 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 East Topeka?
Cheap apartments in East Topeka have an average cost of $304 which is $734 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Topeka.
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