Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on July 30, 2026
Average rent in
Topeka, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on July 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Topeka rent stands today
Topeka, KS rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $900/month. Renters today are paying about $10 more per month on average than last year, a modest change in this market.
Compared to national trends
Topeka sits 53.4% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, making it one of the more accessible smaller metros for renters seeking value. The market offers 177 total rentals across the city.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Topeka run around $595/month, 1-bedrooms around $695/month, 2-bedrooms at $900/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,255/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,375/month. These bedroom tiers represent the main rental options available in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Southwest Topeka rents rose 40.6% year over year to $1,125/month across 21 rentals, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Norton saw a decline of 49.5% to $720/month, showing notable local variation in Topeka's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Topeka
$900/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Topeka is $900 per month as of July 2026. This is 53% below the national average rent, or $1,030 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Topeka
177
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Topeka rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Topeka, KS
Average rent prices in Topeka have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Topeka, KS
Rent prices in Topeka vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Topeka is $750, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Topeka run $695 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $825.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $595 | No Change |  14% | |
1 bedroom | $695 | 2% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $900 | 2% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,255 | 1% | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $1,375 | 1% | 19% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central Highland Park | $862 | |
Central Park | $718 | |
Central Topeka | $875 | |
East Topeka North | $793 | |
Historic Holiday Park North | $718 | |
Likins Foster | $1,000 | |
Monroe | $714 | |
Old Town | $750 | |
Quinton Heights | $800 | |
Southwest Topeka | $1,125 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $750 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,350 | 33% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,200 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $504 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$595
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$695
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,255
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
19%
Central Park
Average rent
$718
Old Town
Average rent
$750
Quinton Heights
Average rent
$800
Southwest Topeka
Average rent
$1,125
Historic Holiday Park North
Average rent
$718
Monroe
Average rent
$714
Central Highland Park
Average rent
$862
Central Topeka
Average rent
$875
East Topeka North
Average rent
$793
Likins Foster
Average rent
$1,000
Apartments
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
33%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$504
The table above reflects average rent prices in Topeka, KS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Topeka, KS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Topeka and Kansas City by all bedroom counts and property types.
Topeka
53%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Topeka, KS is 27% lower than the median rent in Kansas City, KS.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,231
9%$1,060
4%$1,075
6%$1,777
5%$1,262
21%$1,634
16%$2,008
11%$1,766
7%$1,402
20%$2,000
9%$950
5%$1,495
8%Cost of living in Topeka, KS
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 12% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | 26% lower |
| Transportation | 14% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Topeka, KS
5d+ ago
822 Sw 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66603
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$495–$1,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3711 Sw Park South Ct, Topeka, KS 66609
1–2 beds
1 bath
$519–$699
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
721 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS 66603
1–2 beds
1 bath
$525–$599
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1701 Sw 37th St, Topeka, KS 66611
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$675
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southwest Topeka house for rent in Topeka
4 beds
3 baths
$3,195
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Topeka
3 beds
2 baths
$3,125
House for rent
5d+ ago
Southwest Topeka house for rent in Topeka
4 beds
3 baths
$2,995
House for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Topeka
4 beds
3 baths
$2,500
House for rent
12h ago
Verified
3500 Sw 29th St, Topeka, KS 66614
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$583–$800
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3211 Sw Twilight Ct, Topeka, KS 66614
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$860–$1,245
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1307 Sw Harrison St, Topeka, KS 66612
1 bed
1 bath
$714–$905
Apartment for rent
3h ago
1111 Sw Fillmore St, Topeka, KS 66604
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$625–$846
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
3500 Sw 29th St, Topeka, KS 66614
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$583–$800
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
2021 Southeast Massachusetts Avenue, Topeka, KS 66607
1–4 beds
1 bath
$650–$995
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
3d ago
Verified
1001 Northeast Atchison Avenue, Topeka, KS 66616
1 bed
1 bath
$786
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 8
1d ago
Verified
2351 Southeast Bellview Avenue, Topeka, KS 66605
1–3 beds
1 bath
$904–$1,306
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 2
12h ago
Verified
3500 Sw 29th St, Topeka, KS 66614
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$583–$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2351 Southeast Bellview Avenue, Topeka, KS 66605
3 beds
1 bath
$1,306
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 2
2d ago
3211 Sw Twilight Ct, Topeka, KS 66614
3 beds
2 baths
$1,135–$1,245
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
2021 Southeast Massachusetts Avenue, Topeka, KS 66607
2–3 beds
1 bath
$750–$875
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
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Frequently asked questions for Topeka, KS
Quick answers to common questions about the Topeka rental market.
How much is rent in Topeka?
The average rent in Topeka is $900 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Topeka?
Average rent prices in Topeka have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Topeka rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Topeka is 53% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,030 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Topeka?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Topeka are Monroe ($714/mo), Central Park ($718/mo), and Historic Holiday Park North ($718/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Topeka?
To comfortably afford rent in Topeka, you'd need to earn approximately $36,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Topeka?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Topeka average around $700/month and two-bedrooms approximately $900/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).