
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Square Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Bentley Place

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Crown Point Apartments

Washburn South

Meadowlark Apartments

Chartwell Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

White Lakes Plaza
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1500 SW Van Buren St

3447 SW Brendan Ave

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University Heights Apartments

Harrison Street Apartments

3434 SW Brendan Ave

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Lincoln Street Apartments

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2703 SE Indiana Ave, Unit #3
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Paradise Plaza Apartments

Cherrywood Apartments

Library Park Apartments

1256 SW Fillmore St

Madison Street Apartments

1318 SW Buchanan St

The Terrace Apartments

Washburn North Apartments
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Briarcliff Apartments

College Villas

Washburn Arms

808 SW 11th St

Pioneer Adams Townhomes

Pioneer Adams Towne Homes II

The Kapital Apartments

Bristol Ridge
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2632 SE Adams St

1251 SW Topeka Blvd

3101 SW Macvicar Ave

Granada

2618 SW Clay St

Highland Park Townhomes

Luttjohann House Apartments

2634 SE Adams St
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1008 SW 17th St
Jefferson Square, Topeka, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Square Studio Apartments | $657 | $550 | $735 |
| Jefferson Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $702 | $550 | $1,008 |
| Jefferson Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $625 | $1,500 |
| Jefferson Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $905 | $1,819 |
| Jefferson Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jefferson Square Neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson Square area of Topeka, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at 1256 SW Fillmore St priced from $495. College Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Square apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1256 SW Fillmore St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| College Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| Chartwell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $634 |
| 808 SW 11th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $669 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Bristol Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Harrison Street Apartments | 1-bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $714 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Square, KS
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Square area is the $0.68 price per square foot Cottonwood Model at Windchase Flats & Townhomes in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,528. The second greatest value Jefferson Square 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 Jefferson Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windchase Flats & Townhomes | Cottonwood | 3BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| 2703 SE Indiana Ave, Unit #3 | 2703 SE Indiana Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Paradise Plaza Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| The Lofts at College Hill | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Bristol Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| College Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson Square is at Chartwell Apartments listed at $634.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Square Apartment is $495 at 1256 SW Fillmore St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson Square is starting from $699 at College Villas.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise Plaza Apartments and starts from $995.
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