
Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (88 Rentals)


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Essex, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Essex Studio Apartments | $955 | $725 | $1,145 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $840 | $2,715 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $830 | $3,049 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,450 | $3,878 |
Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $2,949 | $2,999 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEssex, Kansas City, MO
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Kansas City, this area is one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great education resources.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is a must-have. Essex is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town has emerged as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Essex
How much are Studio apartments in Essex?
There are currently 10 Studio Apartments in Essex with rent ranges from $725 to $1,145 with an average price of $955.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Essex Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Essex ranges from $840 to $2,715 with an average monthly rent of $1,280.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Essex range from $830 to $3,049. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,531.
How expensive are Essex Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Essex on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $3,878 - averaging $2,302 for the location.
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