Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Citadel Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (51 Rentals)

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4419 E 56th St

Kansas CityMO64130
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Park Gate Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Gate Apartments

3601 E Meyer BlvdKansas City, MO 64132
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Paraclete Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Paraclete Manor

4725 Prospect AveKansas City, MO 64130
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Deerbrook Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Deerbrook Apartments

3509-3525 E 51st StKansas City, MO 64130
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Brushwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Melbourne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne Apartments

303 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Park Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

205 Emanuel Cleaver Ii BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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1201 Brush Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 Brush Creek

1201 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110

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Seville Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Seville Plaza

4545 MainKansas City, MO 64111
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Plaza Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Square

4526 Pennsylvania AveKansas City, MO 64111
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Plaza 52
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 52

214-216 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Brick House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brick House

127-133 E 46th StKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza House

4712 Roanoke PkyKansas City, MO 64112
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Scholars Row
Studio Apartments

Scholars Row

5522 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64110

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Ellington Condos
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ellington Condos

4532 BroadwayKansas City, MO 64111
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Park Hill Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill Apartments

300-320 E 57th StKansas City, MO 64113
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The Alden
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alden

215-217 E 46th StKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza 36
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 36

902-914 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Washington Irving
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Irving

4746 Roanoke PkwyKansas City, MO 64112
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UMKC Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

UMKC Homes

5326 Rockhill RdKansas City, MO 64110
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Courtyard Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

1015 E 68th StKansas City, MO 64131
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Tropicana Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tropicana Apartments

110 E 50th StKansas City, MO 64112
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Citadel, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Citadel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Citadel area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Waldo Heights priced from $692. Plaza Apartment Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Citadel apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$692
Plaza Apartment CenterMT Basement Deluxe Studio1BR,1BA$825
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$845
Brick House0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Roanoke ApartmentsThe 39th StreetStudio,1BA$899
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
The Residences at Park 39S4Studio,1BA$950
Locarno1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$955
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Citadel, MO

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Citadel area is the $1.25 price per square foot 4727 Jarboe Street Model at 4727 Jarboe Street, Unit Apt. 32 in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Citadel apartment is the 5400 Swope Pky Model at 5400 Swope Pky, Unit 5400 starting at $1,150 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Rockhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Citadel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4727 Jarboe Street, Unit Apt. 324727 Jarboe Street2BR,2BA$1.25
5400 Swope Pky, Unit 54005400 Swope Pky2BR,1BA$1.06
Paige Pointe Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
Waldo PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.87
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.12
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Locarno1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$1.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Citadel, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Citadel Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Citadel Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Citadel?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Citadel is at Plaza Apartment Center listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Citadel Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Citadel Apartment is $692 at Waldo Heights.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Citadel Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Citadel is starting from $769 at Waldo Heights.

What is the most affordable Citadel Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Citadel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments and starts from $1,275.

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