
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wakarusa, KS from $400 (46 Rentals)
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6823 SW Knoll Ct

Bentley Place

University Heights Apartments

Washburn South

Meadowlark Apartments

Paradise Plaza Apartments

The Village at Old Town

Kensington Park Apartments
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Huntley Ridge

Raintree Apartments

The Lofts at College Hill

Mount Vernon Apartments

Summer Breeze Apartments

Harrison Street Apartments

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3100 SW 29th Ter

Southbrook Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments
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Willow Run Apartments

Brookfield Village Apartments

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1433-1435 SW Lincoln St

Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Windchase Flats & Townhomes

The Residences of Auburn Hills

Whitehall Apartments

Westgate Village
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Shawnee Lake Apartments

Villa West Apartments and Townhomes

Fleming Court

Trianon Apartments & Townhomes

Montara Village

Library Park Apartments

College Villas

White Lakes Plaza

Pioneer Adams Townhomes
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Pioneer Adams Towne Homes II

The Kapital Apartments

306 SE 35th Terrace

3304 SW 29th Terrace

1620 SW College Ave

502 NE Freeman Ave

512 SW 14th St

4842 SW Topeka Blvd

3365 SE Girard St
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2104 Tpke
Wakarusa, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wakarusa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakarusa Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $480 | $2,835 |
| Wakarusa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $550 | $2,883 |
| Wakarusa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $625 | $3,967 |
| Wakarusa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $905 | $1,728 |
| Wakarusa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,375 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Wakarusa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wakarusa, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Bentley Place in the South Topeka neighborhood priced from $550. Crown Point Apartments in the South Topeka neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $559. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wakarusa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| University Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| The Village at Old Town | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Washburn South | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $633 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| Raintree Apartments | 1 Bedroom East | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| The Kapital Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $669 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wakarusa, KS and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wakarusa area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Trianon Apartments & Townhomes in the in the South Topeka neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Wakarusa apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement Model at Montara Village starting at $1,175 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Topeka Airport Forbes Field neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wakarusa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trianon Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Willow Run Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Washburn South | Two Bedroom with Washer Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| University Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summer Breeze Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Bentley Place | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wakarusa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wakarusa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wakarusa is at University Heights Apartments listed at $565.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakarusa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakarusa Apartment is $550 at Bentley Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wakarusa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wakarusa is starting from $625 at Bentley Place.
What is the most affordable Wakarusa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wakarusa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paradise Plaza Apartments and starts from $995.
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