Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward-Meade Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (19 Rentals)

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$650 - $775

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521 SW Tyler St

TopekaKS66603
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315 SW 4th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

315 SW 4th St

315 SW 4th StTopeka, KS 66603

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5Eleven Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

5Eleven Apartments

511 SW Tyler StTopeka, KS 66603
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Ward-Meade, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward-Meade Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward-Meade area of Topeka, KS is a Studio unit found at Library Park Apartments priced from $425. Madison Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable Ward-Meade apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$425
Madison Street ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$525
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
1601 NW Central AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$580
The Village at Old Town1Bed1BR,1BA$615

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward-Meade, KS

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward-Meade area is the $1.09 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Paradise Plaza Apartments in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Ward-Meade apartment is the One Bed Model at The Lofts at College Hill starting at $899 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Central Topeka neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward-Meade apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paradise Plaza ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.09
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.10
Washburn SouthTwo Bedroom with Washer Dryer2BR,1BA$1.06
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Madison Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Chartwell ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.04
Harrison Street Apartments1-bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.19
Mount Vernon Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.18
The Pines ApartmentsJuniorStudio ,1BA$1.20
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward-Meade, Topeka, KS

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Ward-Meade Neighborhood in Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward-Meade Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ward-Meade?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward-Meade is under $695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward-Meade?

The cheapest apartment in Ward-Meade is Library Park Apartments which is listed at $558, while the average apartment in Ward-Meade costs $1,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward-Meade?

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 6 regular apartments in Ward-Meade 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 Ward-Meade?

Cheap apartments in Ward-Meade have an average cost of $295 which is $1,105 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward-Meade.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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