
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (207 Rentals)


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Downtown East, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,432 | $695 | $5,582 |
Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $673 | $6,709 |
Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $779 | $9,319 |
Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $949 | $10,000+ |
Downtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 207 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Largest Available Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown East area of Kansas City, MO is found at 909 Walnut and is listed at 1,386 square feet priced from $2,494. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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909 Walnut | Hardy | 1,386 Sq Ft | $2,494 |
Reverb | B4.3 | 1,235 Sq Ft | $2,003 |
The Landings at River Market | Pacific 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,213 |
The Dial | A8 | 1,083 Sq Ft | $2,043 |
3415 Locust | 1 Bed Room | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Professional Building | 1x1 | 1,042 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
City Club Apartments Crossroads Kansas City | A10 | 1,009 Sq Ft | $2,010 |
Old Townley Lofts | 1 Bed Loft Style | 980 Sq Ft | $1,558 |
Unity Lofts (Old Townley/Richards & Conover) | Old Townley 1 Bedroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,558 |
Vine Street Lofts | One Bedroom | 816 Sq Ft | $1,190 |
Cheapest Available Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown East of Kansas City, MO is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $678 at Courthouse Lofts. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown East is currently $1,855. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Courthouse Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $678 |
Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $825 |
Harrison Village and Harrison Haus | Harrison Haus - The Woodland | $825 |
Smart Lofts on Gladstone | 1 Bedroom Top | $850 |
3022 McGee | 1 Bedroom | $850 |
Jazz Hill | 1b1m | $850 |
Grand Boulevard Lofts | One Bedroom I One Bathroom | $852 |
2603-2631 Amie Ct | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $875 |
Pendleton Heights Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | $895 |
Lakeview II Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | $895 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown East, Kansas City, MO
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Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown East Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown East with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown East is at Courthouse Lofts listed at $678.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East is $1,855.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 1,386 square feet unit starting from $2,494 at 909 Walnut.
What is the average size for Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown East is currently 846 sq ft.
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