Average Rent in Topeka, KS
8 apartment buildings, 52 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$695/mo
Fairlawn Flats
Properties
8
tracked daily
Units
52
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 8 properties in Topeka, KS.
Average rent trend, last 2 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Topeka, KS Rent Prices
All 8 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Fairlawn Flats
1411 SW Fairlawn Rd #105, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Oakbrook Terrace Apartments
3211 SW Twilight Ct, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
The HouseHuggers
1125 SW Taylor St #1, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes
3225 SW Randolph Ave, Topeka, KS 66611, USA
Paradise Plaza Townhomes
1110 SE Powell St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Fleming Court Apartments
1008 SW Fleming Ct, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Woodland Park at Soldier Creek
122 NW Walnut Grv Rd, Topeka, KS 66617, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairlawn Flats 1411 SW Fairlawn Rd #105, Topeka, KS 66604, USA | $695 | $1,082 | -- | 4.9 (15) | 32 |
| 2 | Oakbrook Terrace Apartments 3211 SW Twilight Ct, Topeka, KS 66614, USA | $860 | $980 | $1.03 | 4.2 (221) | 3 |
| 3 | The HouseHuggers 1125 SW Taylor St #1, Topeka, KS 66612, USA | $895 as of Aug 7 | $895 | -- | 5 (7) | 1 |
| 4 | Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes 3225 SW Randolph Ave, Topeka, KS 66611, USA | $960 | $1,269 | $0.93 | 4.5 (70) | 7 |
| 5 | Paradise Plaza Townhomes 1110 SE Powell St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA | $980 | $980 | $1.08 | 2.3 (40) | 1 |
| 6 | Fleming Court Apartments 1008 SW Fleming Ct, Topeka, KS 66604, USA | $1,105 | $1,168 | $1.78 | 4.7 (30) | 4 |
| 7 | Woodland Park at Soldier Creek 122 NW Walnut Grv Rd, Topeka, KS 66617, USA | $1,167 | $1,270 | $1.44 | 4.6 (174) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Fairlawn Flats
4.9 (15)1411 SW Fairlawn Rd #105, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Oakbrook Terrace Apartments
4.2 (221)3211 SW Twilight Ct, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
The HouseHuggers
5 (7)1125 SW Taylor St #1, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes
4.5 (70)3225 SW Randolph Ave, Topeka, KS 66611, USA
Paradise Plaza Townhomes
2.3 (40)1110 SE Powell St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Fleming Court Apartments
4.7 (30)1008 SW Fleming Ct, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
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Topeka, KS neighborhoods
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Topeka, KS Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Topeka, KS is $1,161 per month, based on 52 units across 8 apartment communities. Prices range from $695 at Fairlawn Flats to $3,166 at Home 4 Me.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,217/mo | $695/mo | 27 |
| 1 Bed | $974/mo | $695/mo | 14 |
| 2 Bed | $1,244/mo | $945/mo | 7 |
| 3 Bed | $1,285/mo | $980/mo | 4 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Topeka, KS, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Topeka, KS averages $974/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,244/mo. At the local median household income of $55,902, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Topeka, KS at $947/mo. The current tracked market average runs 23% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Topeka, KS while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Topeka, KS?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$46,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,161/mo.
Comfortable income
$56,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($695/mo), you need to earn at least $28,000/year.
Median household income in Topeka, KS is $55,902 , about 0% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Topeka, KS
Overall prices in Topeka, KS runs below the national average by about 14% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 85.8, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Topeka, KS's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,161 |
| Utilities | $230 |
| Groceries | $521 |
| Transportation | $547 |
| Healthcare | $267 |
| Other goods and services | $427 |
| Estimated total | $3,153/mo |
Population
126,103
Median household income
$55,902
Census median rent
$947/mo
Rent as % of income
26.8%
Median age
38.2
Mean commute
17 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Kansas
How Topeka, KS rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Topeka, KS | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, KS | $1,668 | +44% | -2% | 16 |
| Lawrence, KS | $1,240 | +7% | -0.4% | 15 |
| Olathe, KS | $1,757 | +51% | -1.9% | 12 |
| Manhattan, KS | $1,074 | -7% | +2.7% | 11 |
| Overland Park, KS | $1,846 | +59% | -1.1% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Topeka, KS?
The average rent in Topeka, KS is $1,161 per month, based on 52 units across 8 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Topeka, KS?
The median asking rent in Topeka, KS is $1,100 per month, computed from 52 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,161/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Topeka, KS?
The lowest available rent in Topeka, KS starts at $695 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Topeka, KS?
1-bedroom apartments in Topeka, KS average $974/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $695/mo across 14 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Topeka, KS?
2-bedroom apartments in Topeka, KS average $1,244/mo. Units start from $945/mo across 7 units currently listed.
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