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1145 Oakland Ave

5204 Scarritt Ave

13808 12 St

2936 Flora Ave

5029 NW Kalivas Cir

4545 Main St

139 N Cedar Ave

1808-A E 97th St

220-222 S Pleasant St
Kansas City's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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3721 Broadway Blvd

646 N 31 St

3117 Barnett Ave

906 E T C Lea Rd

1139 S Haden St

1125 W 40th St

2900 Orville Ave

5937 Holmes St

2029 Swift St

305 W Linden Ave
Kansas City
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3054 N 58th St

1015 N Scott Ave

401 S Spring St

5116 NW Kalivas Cir

1510 S Evanston Ave

8725 Countryshire Ln

15907 E Elm St

3457 Holmes St

10819 E Westport Rd

3835 Main St

1 NW O'Brien Rd

3303 Wood Ave

3800 Broadway Blvd, Unit B

1223 S Appleton Ave

1822 S Vermont Ave

3305 Wood Ave

1108 E 40th St

2324 NE 70th St

11402 E 10th St S

7430 Arleta Blvd

5233 E 6 St

1428 E 66th Terrace

1413 W Maple Ave

2243 Brighton Ave

3050 N 58th St

4400 Wabash Ave

818 S Lake Dr

6405 E 8 St

600 E 8th St, Unit 7M

3811 Mercier St
Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kansas City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Kansas City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,403 | $725 | $6,100 |
Kansas City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,816 | $925 | $8,500 |
Kansas City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,237 | $1,100 | $3,800 |
Kansas City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,887 | $1,600 | $4,100 |
Kansas City 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $3,600 | $7,500 |
Kansas City 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, MO
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, MO area range in price from $305 to $13,561 with an overall median price of $2,177. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ravenwood Somerset at $352, Bristol at $799, and Ivanhoe Northeast at $885. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kansas City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Ravenwood Somerset | $352 | $352 | 27 |
Bristol | $799 | $799 | 14 |
Ivanhoe Northeast | $885 | $885 | 30 |
Harrison | $912 | $825 | 27 |
Fairmount | $912 | $825 | 27 |
North Blue Ridge | $912 | $825 | 27 |
Lykins | $950 | $950 | 23 |
White Oak | $950 | $950 | 6 |
West Blue Valley | $970 | $600 | 986 |
East Blue Valley | $975 | $600 | 573 |
Cheapest Available Kansas City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments in the Sheffield neighborhood priced from $569. Park Highlands Apartments in the Marlborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $589. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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White Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $569 |
Park Highlands Apartments | MOPHL 1x1 625sqft '1a1t' | 1BR,1BA | $589 |
Unicorn Apartments | Small Efficiency Apartment! | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Canyon Creek Apartments | Midsize One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
Independence Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Paraclete Manor | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
The Falls | S2Q | Studio,1BA | $674 |
Meadowbrook Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $0.70 price per square foot 615 NE Woodlawn St Model at 615 NE Woodlawn St in the in the Northgate neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the 16412 E 49 Terrace S Model at 16412 E 49 Terrace S starting at $1,850 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Country Valley Hawthorn Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kansas City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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615 NE Woodlawn St | 615 NE Woodlawn St | 3BR,2BA | $0.70 |
16412 E 49 Terrace S | 16412 E 49 Terrace S | 4BR,2BA | $0.71 |
3227 S Benton Ave | 3227 S Benton Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.68 |
8724 E 96th St | 8724 E 96th St | 3BR,2BA | $0.72 |
8105 E 66th St | 8105 E 66th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.63 |
8020 Forest Ave | 8020 Forest Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Green Village Townhomes | 3 bd w/o basement | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.65 |
Ellison Apartments | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kansas City
What type of rentals are currently available in Kansas City?
There are currently 2739 Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO with pricing that ranges from $305 to $13,561. There are also 750 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kansas City ranging from $650 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kansas City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kansas City ranges from $650 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,243.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kansas City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kansas City range from $949 to $13,561, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.