Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmhurst Shawnee Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $600 (10 Rentals)

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Elmhurst Shawnee, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elmhurst Shawnee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmhurst Shawnee 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 Elmhurst Shawnee apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bentley PlaceStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$375
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$458
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst Shawnee, KS

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst Shawnee 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 Elmhurst Shawnee apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Fontainebleau starting at $999 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the North Topeka West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst Shawnee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Fontainebleau2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.83
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.71
Kansas Avenue Lofts3112BR,1BA$1.00
Bristol RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Huntley Ridge1B-1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
808 SW 11th St, Unit 4808 SW 11th St1BR,1BA$0.93
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$0.85
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmhurst Shawnee

What type of rentals are currently available in Elmhurst Shawnee?

There are currently 145 Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst Shawnee, KS with pricing that ranges from $458 to $4,445. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmhurst Shawnee ranging from $665 to $1,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmhurst Shawnee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmhurst Shawnee ranges from $665 to $1,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,192.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elmhurst Shawnee?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elmhurst Shawnee range from $905 to $1,553, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $1,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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