
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Southeast 1 Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $500 (19 Rentals)
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1614 SW College Ave

Raintree Apartments

Huntley Ridge
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Meadowlark Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

Summer Breeze Apartments
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2420 SW Seabrook Ave

1324 SW 17th St
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3332 SW Brendan Ave
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 |
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South Southeast 1 Studio Apartments | $590 | $528 | $700 |
South Southeast 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $754 | $575 | $1,015 |
South Southeast 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $703 | $1,400 |
South Southeast 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $905 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 19 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 Meadowlark Apartments priced from $608. Washburn Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable South Southeast 1 apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
Washburn Arms | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Mount Vernon Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
Washburn South | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
El Dorado Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Southeast 1, KS
As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Southeast 1 area is the $0.69 price per square foot The Hawthorn Model at Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value South Southeast 1 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 South Southeast 1 apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes | The Hawthorn | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
Windchase Flats & Townhomes | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Crown Point Apartments | Sierra Vista - 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
Granada | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Bristol Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Huntley Ridge | 1B-1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
El Dorado Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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 Meadowlark Apartments which is listed at $608, while the average apartment in South Southeast 1 costs $1,130.
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 $297 which is $833 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Southeast 1.
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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