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5231 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS 66606, USA
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Property Overview
Willow Run Apartments is rated highly overall, with especially strong marks for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness score. It stands out for excellent value per square foot and is noted for social connection and sustainability, with on-site shared spaces, nearby transit, walkable access, and parks close by.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| Welcome Home to Willow Run Apartments 1 Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | 696 sqft | $785 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Welcome Home to Willow Run Apartments 2 Bedroom | 2 bed | 2 bath | 937 sqft | $915 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Welcome Home to Willow Run Apartments 2 Bedroom | 2 bed | 1 bath | 937 sqft | $915 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Willow Run Apartments - Welcome Home to Willow Run Apartments 3 Bedroom Homes | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,085 sqft | $1,260 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Willow Run Apartments
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 64 |
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About Willow Run Apartments
Willow Run Apartments cost $785–$1,260 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry and swimming pool. Located at 5231 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS 66606, USA, Willow Run Apartments has 1 — 3 bedroom units available.Other apartment buildings in or around Topeka include but are not limited to: 1001 Northeast Atchison Avenue, 1701 Sw 37th St, 2045 Sw Macvicar Ave, 1307 Sw Harrison St
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Willow Run Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Run Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Willow Run Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Willow Run Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Willow Run Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Willow Run Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Willow Run Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Willow Run Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Willow Run Apartments is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Willow Run Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Topeka
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% higher than 1-bedrooms in Topeka.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Willow Run Apartments to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Topeka.
3-bedroom apartments at Willow Run Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Topeka.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Topeka
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $625 |
| October 2024 | $612 |
| November 2024 | $527 |
| December 2024 | $550 |
| January 2025 | $609 |
| February 2025 | $618 |
| March 2025 | $625 |
| April 2025 | $582 |
| May 2025 | $586 |
| June 2025 | $615 |
| July 2025 | $610 |
| August 2025 | $625 |
| September 2025 | $625 |
| October 2025 | $625 |
| November 2025 | $645 |
| December 2025 | $631 |
| January 2026 | $595 |
| February 2026 | $622 |
| March 2026 | $637 |
| April 2026 | $640 |
| May 2026 | $643 |
| June 2026 | $631 |
| July 2026 | $619 |
| August 2026 | $625 |
| September 2026 | $625 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5231 Sw West Dr?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $785.
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Schools near Willow Run Apartments
McCarter Elementary School
5512 sw 16th st
topeka, KS, 66604
PK, K-5Public
B
Jardine Elementary
2600 sw 33rd st
topeka, KS, 66611
PK, K-5Public
C+
Northern Hills Elementary School
5620 nw topeka blvd
topeka, KS, 66617
K-6Public
B
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Neighborhood
Getting around Topeka near 5231 Sw West Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5231 Sw West Dr, Topeka
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 5231 Sw West Dr
Dillons
4015 SW 10th Ave
Sam's Club
1401 SW Wanamaker Rd
Sam's Club Hearing Aid Center
1401 SW Wanamaker Rd
Walmart Supercenter
1501 SW Wanamaker Rd
ALDI
1530 SW Arvonia Pl
T Shirts, Etc
923 SW Fairlawn Rd
DICK'S Sporting Goods
5900 SW Huntoon St
Boot Barn
5920 SW Huntoon St
Footlights
5332 SW 17th St
Academy Sports + Outdoors
1133 SW Wanamaker Rd
Starbucks
4015 SW 10th Ave
7 Brew Coffee
1115 SW Wanamaker Rd
Starbucks
1223 SW Wanamaker Rd
Dutch Bros Coffee
5941 SW 17th St
Dialogue Coffee House LLC
617 SW Warren Ave
20's West
901 SW Fairlawn Rd
Qdoba Mexican Eats
1025 SW Wanamaker Rd
Hooters
6100 SW 10th St
Dugout
1545 SW Fairlawn Rd
Rekat Recreation Inc
4200 SW Huntoon St
Murray's Cheese
4015 SW 10th Ave
Herman's Meat & Smokehouse
4211 SW Huntoon St
Smallcakes Cupcakery
1223 SW Wanamaker Rd
MMM Cupcakes
Sam's Club Bakery
1401 SW Wanamaker Rd
Meadow
Garden
Hillsdale Park
Doran Rock Garden
Cedar Crest
Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant
837 SW Fairlawn Rd
20's West
901 SW Fairlawn Rd
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
1050 SW Wanamaker Rd
HuHot Mongolian Grill
5900 SW Huntoon St
Burger King
6002 SW 10th Ave
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