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Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topeka, KS

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Topeka, KS area range in price from $458 to $4,627 with an overall median price of $1,362. The three Topeka neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Topeka at $543, South Southeast 1 at $500, and Topeka Airport Forbes Field at $528. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Topeka Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Topeka$1,038$54318
South Southeast 1$1,185$50052
Topeka Airport Forbes Field$1,185$52834
Southwest Topeka$1,205$60023
West Southwest 3$1,220$52853
Ellenwand$1,237$56549
Central Highland Park$1,400$45831
Central Park$1,400$45867
Central Topeka$1,400$45846
Chesney Park$1,400$45872

Cheapest Available Topeka Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Bentley Place in the South Topeka neighborhood priced from $375. Library Park Apartments in the Central Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $518. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topeka apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bentley PlaceStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$375
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$518
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio,1BA$543
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
Prospect Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Topeka area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Summer Breeze Apartments in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Topeka apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,150 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Central Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summer Breeze Apartments3 Bed3BR,2BA$0.87
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Fontainebleau2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.88
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$0.91
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.71
Washburn SouthTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
808 SW 11th St, Unit 4808 SW 11th St1BR,1BA$0.93
Raintree Apartments1 Bedroom West1BR,1BA$0.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Topeka

What type of rentals are currently available in Topeka?

There are currently 224 Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS with pricing that ranges from $458 to $4,627. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Topeka ranging from $665 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Topeka?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Topeka ranges from $665 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,464.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Topeka?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Topeka range from $905 to $1,688, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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