Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Topeka Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $500 (8 Rentals)

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Fairlawn Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairlawn Flats

1411-1447 SW Fairlawn RdTopeka, KS 66604
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Southwest Topeka, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Topeka Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Topeka area of Topeka, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Kensington Park Apartments priced from $675. Cedar Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Southwest Topeka apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kensington Park ApartmentsKensington1BR,1BA$675
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed | 1 Bath | 850 sq ft2BR,1BA$875
Westgate Village ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Topeka, KS

As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Topeka area is the $1.31 price per square foot Duplex Renovated Model at Regency Park Apartments in the in the Southwest Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Southwest Topeka apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Overlook starting at $1,334 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Southwest Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Topeka apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regency Park ApartmentsDuplex Renovated2BR,2BA$1.31
The OverlookTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.12
Villa West Apartments and TownhomesChateau2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed | 1 Bath | 850 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.05
Westgate Village ApartmentsRenovated & Updated 1 Bed Apartment1BR,1BA$1.27
The Residences of Auburn HillsThe Rose1BR,1BA$1.23
Kensington Park ApartmentsKensington1BR,1BA$1.17
Wheatfield VillageS-1Studio ,1BA$3.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Topeka, Topeka, KS

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Kansas including Southwest 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 convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Southwest Topeka Neighborhood in Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Topeka Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Topeka Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Topeka Apartment is $675 at Kensington Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Topeka Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Topeka is starting from $875 at Cedar Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Southwest Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Topeka Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westgate Village Apartments and starts from $1,230.

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