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4545 Main St

Kansas CityMO64111
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2029 Swift St

North Kansas CityMO64116

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Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, MO

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, MO area range in price from $265 to $13,561 with an overall median price of $2,352. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Boone Hills at $335, Bristol at $595, and Hill Park at $595. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kansas City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Boone Hills$335$3351
Bristol$595$5952
Hill Park$595$5952
Santa Fe$900$8502
Truman Sports Complex$928$5987
Oak Park Southwest$950$9501
Royal Oaks$1,000$7452
Summerset$1,027$7505
Swope Parkway Elmwood$1,100$1,1001
Fairland Heights$1,140$60015

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 Studio apartment currently listed from $598. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$569
Park Highlands ApartmentsStudio Apartment HomeStudio,1BA$598
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Oxford CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$600
Unicorn ApartmentsSmall Efficiency Apartment!Studio,1BA$600
Canyon Creek ApartmentsMidsize One Bedrooms1BR,1BA$615
Independence TowersStudioStudio,1BA$650
Hampton Court ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$650
Charlotte Square - 3330-3368 CharlotteCS_Small1BR,1BA$675
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$678

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $0.87 price per square foot Plan C Model at Chapel Oaks in the in the Chapel Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the 3 bd w/o basement Model at Green Village Townhomes starting at $1,020 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the Independence Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kansas City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chapel OaksPlan C3BR,1.5BA$0.87
Green Village Townhomes3 bd w/o basement3BR,1.5BA$0.69
Ellison ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$0.80
Clove Manor Apartments2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.88
Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Hudson Pointe1x11BR,1BA$0.85
z-051524-Afton Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath2BR,2BA$0.88
Stoneside Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.87

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Kansas City, MO Area Reviews

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Amber • 2+ years in Kansas City

February 25, 2025

We call it "Paris of the Plains" because KC really does have it all! It's a very green city with lots of great parks. We've got a lot of culture here, lots of great restaurants, plenty of places to go hiking or catch a show--you name it. It's truly a great place to live. However, public transportation does leave a little bit to be desired. While it's free, bus stops can be few and far between outside of Downtown.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kansas City

What type of rentals are currently available in Kansas City?

There are currently 2731 Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO with pricing that ranges from $265 to $15,459. There are also 950 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kansas City ranging from $625 to $9,500.

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 $625 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,793.

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 $995 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.