
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $300 (17 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 | $942 | $725 | $1,145 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $330 | $2,793 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $830 | $3,161 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $1,450 | $3,455 |
Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,280 | $3,069 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Essex area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Stoneside Apartments priced from $725. Northland Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Essex apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Stoneside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Northland Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
Brighton Crossing Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $857 |
The Bluffs | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom FP | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom with Fireplace Model at The Bluffs in the in the Kings Gate neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Premium Model at Broadway Ridge Apartments starting at $1,225 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Bluffs | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom with Fireplace | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Broadway Ridge Apartments | Premium | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
North Oak Crossing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
The Woods at Windrose Creek | AFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVENI... | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
720 NE 68th St, Unit 724 | 720 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
730 NE 68th St, Unit 722 | 730 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Stoneside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Continental North | Two Bedroom Upper Fourplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at Northland Studios listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $725 at Stoneside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex is starting from $830 at Randall Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Oak Crossing Apartments and starts from $1,450.
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