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721 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS 66603, USA|Old Town
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Sunset Arms Apartments

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(785) 233-8165

Property Overview

Sunset Arms earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, standout scores for price, amenities, and location, and a transparent, detailed property description. It also offers excellent value for money and appeals to renters who prioritize walkability, nearby transit, fitness and wellness options, and access to parks, cultural venues, and local event spaces.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sunset Arms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sunset Arms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1B1B1 bed1 bath467 sqft$525 /mo1 unit available
2B1B2 bed1 bath691 sqft$599 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Sunset Arms

Building

Business CenterFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off Street Private ParkingOutdoor Space
Picnic AreaPlayground
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About Sunset Arms

HomeApartments in TopekaOld Town Sunset Arms

Sunset Arms cost $525–$599 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space and on-site laundry. Located at 721 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS 66603, USA, Sunset Arms has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Topeka, renting an apartment at Sunset Arms is 33% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Topeka include but are not limited to: 1205 Sw Polk St, 603 Southwest Topeka Boulevard


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sunset Arms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sunset Arms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Sunset Arms
Price·10A 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.
Sunset Arms offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Sunset Arms goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Sunset Arms 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.
Sunset Arms 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 Sunset Arms 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.
Sunset Arms 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.

Sunset Arms is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 2 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 25 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 10 parks within a mile

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • 11 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 10 parks nearby
  • 9 health/wellness centers nearby

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 Sunset Arms compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.9 miles away
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Old Town

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% lower than 1-bedrooms in Old Town.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Sunset Arms to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Old Town.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Old Town
Topeka
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Topeka
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$649
December 2024$649
January 2025$649
February 2025$693
March 2025$708
April 2025$696
May 2025$704
June 2025$739
July 2025$721
August 2025$700
September 2025$700
October 2025$698
November 2025$705
December 2025$697
January 2026$689
February 2026$690
March 2026$697
April 2026$701
May 2026$704
June 2026$695
July 2026$689
August 2026$694
September 2026$691
October 2026$678
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Old Town
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$625
December 2024$590
January 2025$647
February 2025$712
March 2025$700
April 2025$697
May 2025$697
June 2025$700
July 2025$700
August 2025$700
September 2025$693
October 2025$672
November 2025$681
December 2025$683
January 2026$665
February 2026$665
March 2026$676
April 2026$726
May 2026$694
June 2026$691
July 2026$696
August 2026$683
September 2026$673
October 2026$658

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 721 Sw Polk St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$21,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $21,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $525.
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Schools near Sunset Arms

Meadows Elementary School

201 sw clay st

topeka, KS, 66606

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

Old Town | Topeka, KS

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Topeka near 721 Sw Polk St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 721 Sw Polk St, Topeka

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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