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Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topeka, KS

Pricing Updated: 08/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Topeka, KS area range in price from $458 to $4,003 with an overall median price of $1,333. The three Topeka neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Southeast 3 at $528, Old Town at $458, and East Topeka at $595. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Topeka Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Southeast 3$940$52835
Old Town$1,042$4588
East Topeka$1,147$59510
South Southeast 1$1,150$49553
Topeka Airport Forbes Field$1,155$52829
West Southwest 3$1,185$52879
Ellenwand$1,225$56547
Downtown$1,250$59511
Downtown Topeka$1,250$5959
East Topeka North$1,250$5957

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topeka, KS

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Topeka area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BA WITH DECORATIVE FIREPLACE AND BALCONY Model at Oakbrook Terrace Apartments in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,185. 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 South 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.
Oakbrook Terrace Apartments3 BED 2 BA WITH DECORATIVE FIREPLACE AND BALCONY3BR,2BA$0.95
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Fontainebleau Apartments2Bedrooms 2Baths2BR,2BA$0.88
Montara Village3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement3BR,1BA$0.91
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.71
Summer Breeze Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$0.92
Granada2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$0.98

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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 $4,003. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Topeka ranging from $399 to $2,500.

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 $399 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,252.

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 $1,766, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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