2600 SW Clay St
TopekaKS66611
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Southeast 1 Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Crown Point Apartments
3711 SW Park South CtTopeka, KS 66609
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from $539Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 30
Raintree Apartments
3500 SW 29th StTopeka, KS 66614
1614 SW College Ave
TopekaKS66604
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Meadowlark Apartments
1701 SW 37th StTopeka, KS 66611
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Mount Vernon Apartments
2101-2135 SW Potomac DrTopeka, KS 66611
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1324 SW 17th St
TopekaKS66604
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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2324 SW Briarwood Plaza
TopekaKS66611
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1018 SW 22nd St
TopekaKS66611
2928 SW Lydia Ave
TopekaKS66614
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South Southeast 1, Topeka, KS Local Guide
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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 | $667 | $528 | $2,091 |
| South Southeast 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $852 | $500 | $2,728 |
| South Southeast 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $702 | $4,271 |
| South Southeast 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $905 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 20 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 1 Bed unit found at Washburn South priced from $573. Crown Point Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $612. Here are the most affordable South Southeast 1 apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $573 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $612 |
| Washburn Arms | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Southeast 1, KS
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Southeast 1 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 South Southeast 1 apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,255 with a $1.02 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. |
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| Summer Breeze Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Capstone Townhomes | 3BR Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Oakbrook Terrace Apartments | 2 BED 2 BA DELUXE WITH DECORATIVE FIREPLACE AND... | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Bristol Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Huntley Ridge | 1B-1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Washburn Arms | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Kansas and customized analysis for Central Topeka, KS. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the South Southeast 1 Neighborhood in Topeka, KS
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Southeast 1 Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Southeast 1?
The cheapest apartment in South Southeast 1 is Washburn South which is listed at $573, while the average apartment in South Southeast 1 costs $1,220.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Southeast 1?
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 4 regular apartments in South Southeast 1 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Southeast 1?
Cheap apartments in South Southeast 1 have an average cost of $225 which is $995 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Southeast 1.
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