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Rental Market Trends in Topeka, KS

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Topeka, KS is $854/month.

Rent in Topeka is 49% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$854/month

Average Rent

640 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.9%

Change / Year

604

Available Apartments

Topeka rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Topeka average $632 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Topeka average $854 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Topeka average $1,048 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Topeka average $1,500 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$632/month
420 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$854/month
640 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,048/month
956 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,500/month
1,267 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,138/month
870 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,336/month
1,142 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,680/month
1,533 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,860/month
1,292 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Topeka, KS?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.9%, which averages out to $25 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Topeka, KS

July 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Topeka, KS
Percentage*
Rent Range
40% Below $700/month
28% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
4% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Topeka?

Based on current rent prices, South/Southeast 1, West Southwest 2 and Southwest Topeka are the most affordable neighborhoods in Topeka.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South/Southeast 1
$738/month
670 Sq Ft
West Southwest 2
$974/month
676 Sq Ft
Southwest Topeka
$1,498/month
720 Sq Ft
West Southwest 3
$1,641/month
691 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Topeka?

Based on current rent prices, West Southwest 3, Southwest Topeka and West Southwest 2 are the most expensive neighborhoods in Topeka.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Southwest 3
$1,641/month
691 Sq Ft
Southwest Topeka
$1,498/month
720 Sq Ft
West Southwest 2
$974/month
676 Sq Ft
South/Southeast 1
$738/month
670 Sq Ft

Which Topeka neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Topeka with the most apartments available are Southwest Topeka, South/Southeast 1 and West Southwest 3 .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Southwest Topeka
$1,498/month
720 Sq Ft
South/Southeast 1
$738/month
670 Sq Ft
West Southwest 3
$1,641/month
691 Sq Ft
West Southwest 2
$974/month
676 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Topeka, KS?

Because the average rent in Topeka is $854, you’ll want to make about $2,846 per month or $34,152 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Topeka, KS is 13.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Topeka is 26.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $632 - $1,500. You can expect to pay 4.2% less for groceries, 6.0% less for utilities, and 14.0% less for transportation.

City

Topeka, KS

604 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Topeka, KS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Topeka, KS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

South/Southeast 1

Topeka, KS

West Southwest 3

Topeka, KS

Studio
$588/month
$1,159/month
One Bedroom
$686/month
$1,800/month
Two Bedroom
$883/month
$1,558/month
Three Bedroom
$1,262/month
$1,306/month
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Apartment Communities in Topeka We Think You'll Love

Emory Lakes Luxury Apartments

Emory Lakes Luxury Apartments

4800 NW Fielding Pl,
Topeka, KS 66618

1-3 Beds | $1,385 - $1,597

Fontainebleau Apartments

Fontainebleau Apartments

4231 SW Emland Dr,
Topeka, KS 66606

1-2 Beds | $1,000 - $1,100

Whitehall Apartments

Whitehall Apartments

3930 SW Twilight Dr,
Topeka, KS 66614

1 Bed | $945

Hillsdale Apartments

Hillsdale Apartments

1618 SW Chelsea,
Topeka, KS 66604

1-3 Beds | $945 - $1,295

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Topeka?

The average rent in Topeka is $854 per month, which is 48.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Topeka?

The average rent for a house in Topeka, KS is $1,336 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Topeka?

Rents in Topeka, KS are increasing, with prices up 2.9% year-over-year and $25 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Topeka?

In Topeka, KS, 40% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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