
Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $700 (34 Rentals)
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1125 W 40th St

3721 Broadway Blvd

4545 Main St

3457 Holmes St

3835 Main St

3800 Broadway Blvd, Unit B

1108 E 40th St

4400 Wabash Ave

3811 Mercier St
Kansas City's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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3612 E 35th St

1205 E Armour Blvd

1207 E Armour Blvd

221 W 37th St

1116 E 45th St

4346 Montgall Ave

2414 E 42nd St

4106 Clark Ave

4042 The Paseo

304 W 34th St

4444 Agnes Ave

316-318 Lawrence St

4241 The Paseo

3809 Washington St

4145 College Ave

3820 Indiana Ave

3019 E 20th St

3018 Park Ave

4804 Jefferson St

4435 Norton Ave

2734 Jackson Ave

4225 Prospect Ave

2950 Summit St

4420 Troost Ave
Center City, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Center City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Center City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,688 | $750 | $6,100 |
Center City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,198 | $1,150 | $8,500 |
Center City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,649 | $1,400 | $2,199 |
Center City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,100 | $4,100 | $4,100 |
Center City 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
Center City 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Paraclete Manor priced from $670. Harrison Village and Harrison Haus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Paraclete Manor | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
Harrison Village and Harrison Haus | Harrison Haus - The 3035 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
z-123124-Studios on Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
4201-4205 Harrison St | 4201 Harrison St | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Penn Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $780 |
Westport Central | 301w-0bf | Studio,1BA | $780 |
Kenwood | knwd-0ba | Studio,1BA | $795 |
z-051524-Afton Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $795 |
Plaza Apartment Center | Basement One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Park Central | prkc-0bT14 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, MO
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $0.68 price per square foot 3227 S Benton Ave Model at 3227 S Benton Ave in the in the Crown Center neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 608ea4b Model at Armour Park starting at $2,395 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Westport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3227 S Benton Ave | 3227 S Benton Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.68 |
Armour Park | 608ea4b | 4BR,2BA | $1.21 |
2833 Olive St | 2833 Olive St | 4BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Ellison Apartments | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
3813 Central St, Unit 3S | 3813 Central St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
3415 Locust | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Midtown Westport | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
z-051524-Afton Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Roanoke Court Apartments | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?
There are currently 994 Apartments for Rent in Center City, MO with pricing that ranges from $540 to $7,880. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $750 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $750 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,222.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $1,275 to $7,880, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,150.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.