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Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, MO

Pricing Updated: 04/06/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, MO area range in price from $525 to $13,561 with an overall median price of $2,127. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bristol at $799, Harrison at $825, and Fairmount at $825. 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
Bristol$799$7991
Harrison$912$8252
Fairmount$912$8252
North Blue Ridge$912$8252
Lykins$950$9501
Oak Park Southwest$950$9501
White Oak$950$9501
Ivanhoe Northeast$986$8851
The Hamptons$995$7503
Royal Oaks$1,000$7452

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
Jefferson Place East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$678

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO

As of April 06, 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 7800 Eby St Model at 7800 Eby St, Unit 3 starting at $775 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the Bel Air 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
7800 Eby St, Unit 37800 Eby St1BR,1BA$0.52
Green Village Townhomes3 bd w/o basement3BR,1.5BA$0.69
Ellison ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$0.80
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
z-051524-Afton Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath2BR,2BA$0.88
5518 Wabash Ave, Unit 5518 wabash5518 Wabash Ave2BR,1BA$0.89
Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.82
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.87
Candlelite Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$0.88

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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 2671 Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO with pricing that ranges from $525 to $13,561. There are also 860 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kansas City ranging from $275 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 $275 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,538.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.