Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $300 (35 Rentals)

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Bentley Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bentley Place

1300 SW Tyler StTopeka, KS 66612
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Glen Oak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Oak Apartments

1243 SW Western AveTopeka, KS 66604
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The Terrace Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

2107-2225 SW 29th TerTopeka, KS 66611
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Pioneer Adams Townhomes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pioneer Adams Townhomes

2024 SE Massachusetts AveTopeka, KS 66607
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The Kapital
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Kapital

1306 SW Harrison StTopeka, KS 66612
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Briarcliff Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Briarcliff Apartments

2944-2950 SW Wayne AveTopeka, KS 66611
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Wesparke Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wesparke Village

3602 SW Wesparke LnTopeka, KS 66614
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Washburn Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Washburn Arms

1926 SW Washburn AveTopeka, KS 66604
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College Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Villas

1436 SW Byron StTopeka, KS 66604
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Highland Park Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park Townhomes

2301-2449 SE Bellview AveTopeka, KS 66605
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Bristol Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bristol Ridge

2130 SW Fillmore StTopeka, KS 66611
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South Topeka, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Topeka Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Topeka area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Bentley Place priced from $375. University Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $565. Here are the most affordable South Topeka apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bentley PlaceStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$375
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$612
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Washburn Arms2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$650
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$667
Washburn North Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$673
Mount Vernon Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$693
Huntley Ridge1B-1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$745
Bristol RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Topeka, KS

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Topeka 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 Topeka 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 Central Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summer Breeze Apartments3 Bed3BR,2BA$0.87
Trianon Apartments & Townhomes3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
Capstone Townhomes3BR Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.81
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.01
Bristol RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Huntley Ridge1B-1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Washburn North Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Meadowlark Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$0.97
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

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South Topeka, Topeka, KS

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Among neighborhoods in Topeka, KS for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including South Topeka, Topeka, and the greater Topeka area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Topeka Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Topeka?

The cheapest apartment in South Topeka is Crown Point Apartments which is listed at $612, while the average apartment in South Topeka costs $1,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Topeka?

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 7 regular apartments in South Topeka 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 Topeka?

Cheap apartments in South Topeka have an average cost of $211 which is $1,189 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Topeka.

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