
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Southeast 1 Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $559 (28 Rentals)
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Washburn South

Raintree Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

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3714 SW 29th Terrace, Unit 25 East

Mount Vernon Apartments

White Lakes Plaza
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Oakwood

3434 SW Brendan Ave

1620 SW College Ave

Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

3108 SE Emerson St
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Windchase Flats & Townhomes

2810 SE Monroe St

The Terrace Apartments

Washburn North Apartments

Briarcliff Apartments

Wesparke Village

Bluewoods East
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Bristol Ridge

El Dorado Apartments

Washburn Arms

3530 SW Kerry Ave

2316 SW Harrison St

2513 SW Buchanan St

409 SE 34th St
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South Southeast 1, Topeka, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Southeast 1?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Southeast 1 Studio Apartments | $636 | $583 | $758 |
| South Southeast 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $724 | $559 | $1,040 |
| South Southeast 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $689 | $1,445 |
| South Southeast 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $905 | $1,585 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Southeast 1 Neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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Cheapest Available South Southeast 1 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Southeast 1 area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Raintree Apartments priced from $583. Meadowlark Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $608. Here are the most affordable South Southeast 1 apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raintree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $583 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Bristol Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Washburn South | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $700 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Oakwood | Studios | Studio,1BA | $758 |
| El Dorado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Southeast 1, KS
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Southeast 1 area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value South Southeast 1 apartment is the Maple Model at Windchase Flats & Townhomes starting at $1,177 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the South Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Southeast 1 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Windchase Flats & Townhomes | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Oakbrook Terrace Apartments | 2 BED 2 BA DELUXE WITH DECORATIVE FIREPLACE AND... | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| El Dorado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Washburn South | Two Bedroom with Washer Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 3714 SW 29th Terrace, Unit 25 East | 3714 SW 29th Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Southeast 1 Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Southeast 1 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Southeast 1 Apartment is $608 at Meadowlark Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Southeast 1 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Southeast 1 is starting from $700 at Washburn South.
What is the most affordable South Southeast 1 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Southeast 1 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Breeze Apartments and starts from $1,125.
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