Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward-Meade Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (14 Rentals)

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315 SW 4th StTopeka, KS 66603
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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 $458. The Village at Old Town has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $543. Here are the most affordable Ward-Meade apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$458
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio,1BA$543
University Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$565
Milestone StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$595
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward-Meade, KS

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward-Meade area is the $1.10 price per square foot One Bed Model at The Lofts at College Hill in the in the Central Topeka neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value Ward-Meade apartment is the One Bedroom Model at University Heights Apartments starting at $675 with a $0.90 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.
The Lofts at College HillOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.10
University Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
Harrison Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Mount Vernon Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.18
Library Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.31
Milestone StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$1.83
The Village at Old TownStudioStudio ,1BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward-Meade, Topeka, KS

Ranked #27

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the Ward-Meade Neighborhood in Topeka, KS

Walk Score®

73 / 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward-Meade?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward-Meade is at Library Park Apartments listed at $458.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward-Meade Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward-Meade Apartment is $558 at Library Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward-Meade Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward-Meade is starting from $748 at The Village at Old Town.

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