
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cooley Highlands Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (14 Rentals)
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Cooley Highlands, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cooley Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cooley Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,028 | $1,069 | $3,892 |
Cooley Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $695 | $4,642 |
Cooley Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,015 | $8,795 |
Cooley Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,393 | $2,315 |
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Cheapest Available Cooley Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cooley Highlands area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Knollwood Apartments priced from $785. Timberline has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Cooley Highlands apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Timberline | Birch (One Bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Bennington Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $872 |
Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cooley Highlands, MO
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cooley Highlands area is the $1.35 price per square foot Sierra Model at Hidden Hills Apartments in the in the Bennington Crest neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Cooley Highlands apartment is the 2-1.5 Model at Briar Hill starting at $1,226 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cooley Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hidden Hills Apartments | Sierra | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Briar Hill | 2-1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
Kensington Court | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Bennington Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Cambridge Commons | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Park Lofts | Walton | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Timberline | Birch (One Bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Getting Around the Cooley Highlands Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cooley Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cooley Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cooley Highlands is at The OxBow listed at $1,069.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cooley Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cooley Highlands Apartment is $785 at Knollwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cooley Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cooley Highlands is starting from $1,070 at Kensington Court.
What is the most affordable Cooley Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cooley Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 23rd and Swift and starts from $2,314.
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