Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (17 Rentals)

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Capital Corner
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capital Corner

800-820 SW Polk StTopeka, KS 66612
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Curtis Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Curtis Homes

300 NW Grant StTopeka, KS 66608
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315 SW 4th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

315 SW 4th St

315 SW 4th StTopeka, KS 66603
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Eden Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Court

817 SW Tyler StTopeka, KS 66612
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727 SW Polk St
Studio Apartments

727 SW Polk St

727 SW Polk StTopeka, KS 66603

Oakland, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at The Village at Old Town priced from $495. Chartwell Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio,1BA$495
Chartwell ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$525
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
1601 NW Central AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$580
Harrison Street Apartments1-bedrooms1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, KS

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $1.59 price per square foot 307 Model at Kansas Avenue Lofts in the in the East Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,780. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the Small Townhome Model at The Lofts at College Hill starting at $1,350 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Central Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kansas Avenue Lofts3072BR,2BA$1.59
The Lofts at College HillSmall Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.32
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes: 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.76
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Woodland Park at Soldier Creek2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.44
Chartwell ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.89
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Harrison Street Apartments1-bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.19
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio ,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oakland, Topeka, KS

Ranked #31

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Oakland Neighborhood in Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Oakland?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oakland is under $1,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakland?

The cheapest apartment in Oakland is 1601 NW Central Ave which is listed at $580, while the average apartment in Oakland costs $1,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakland?

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 1 regular apartments in Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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