Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Southwest 3 Neighborhood of Topeka, KS from $400 (43 Rentals)

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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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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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Bluewoods East
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bluewoods East

1702-1708 SW Webster AveTopeka, KS 66604
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Camelot Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Village

5307 SW West DrTopeka, KS 66606
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FAIRLAWN FLATS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

FAIRLAWN FLATS

1411-1447 SW Fairlawn RdTopeka, KS 66604
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Capstone Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Capstone Townhomes

3620-3640 SW Plass AveTopeka, KS 66611
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West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Southwest 3 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Southwest 3 area of Topeka, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Crown Point Apartments priced from $519. Washburn South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $633. Here are the most affordable West Southwest 3 apartments for rent in Topeka, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$519
Washburn SouthOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$633
Raintree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$683
Mount Vernon Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$693
Summer Breeze Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$700
El Dorado Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Camelot Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$740
3100 SW 29th TerStudiosStudio,1BA$758
FAIRLAWN FLATS1B 1B 1F1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Southwest 3, KS

As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Southwest 3 area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3037 SW Lydia Ave Model at 3037 SW Lydia Ave, Unit 103 in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value West Southwest 3 apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Willow Run Apartments starting at $915 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Southwest 3 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3037 SW Lydia Ave, Unit 1033037 SW Lydia Ave2BR,2BA$1.00
Willow Run ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed | 2 Bath | 950 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.09
Washburn SouthTwo Bedroom with Washer Dryer2BR,1BA$1.06
The Residences of Auburn HillsThe Rose1BR,1BA$1.17
3624 29th SW Ter, Unit 163624 29th SW Ter2BR,1BA$0.93
El Dorado Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Camelot Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Summer Breeze Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.04
Crown Point ApartmentsWalk Up - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.90

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Southwest 3 Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Southwest 3?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Southwest 3 is under $825.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Southwest 3?

The cheapest apartment in West Southwest 3 is Crown Point Apartments which is listed at $519, while the average apartment in West Southwest 3 costs $1,260.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Southwest 3?

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 West Southwest 3 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 West Southwest 3?

Cheap apartments in West Southwest 3 have an average cost of $285 which is $975 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Southwest 3.

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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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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