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Plaza Apartment Center
700 Ward PkyKansas City, MO 64112
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (51 Rentals)
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Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creek
1215-1217 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Roanoke Apartments
1015 W 41st PlKansas City, MO 64111
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Park Hill Apartments
300-320 E 57th StKansas City, MO 64113
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Katy and Delilah Plaza Living
214-216 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza Point Apartments
4901 Wornall RdKansas City, MO 64112
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Westley on Broadway
4111 BroadwayKansas City, MO 64111
5442 Harrison St
Kansas CityMO64110
209 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd.
Kansas CityMO64112
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Paige Pointe Townhomes
3201 E 76th TerKansas City, MO 64132
5413 The Paseo
Kansas CityMO64110
1516 E 50th Terrace
Kansas CityMO64110
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Fountain View on the Plaza
4800 Oak StKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza 209 Apartments
209 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
5410-5412 Harrison St
Kansas CityMO64110
5303 Charlotte St
Kansas CityMO64110
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Park Plaza Apartments
205 Emanuel Cleaver Ii BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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from $699Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Puckett Pointe
3027 Puckett RdKansas City, KS 66103
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Mission Road Studios
4326 Mission RdKansas City, KS 66103
Morningside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morningside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Studio Apartments | $1,451 | $699 | $3,897 |
| Morningside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $795 | $4,406 |
| Morningside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $950 | $6,071 |
| Morningside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,150 | $5,497 |
| Morningside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $1,400 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Morningside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morningside area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza Apartment Center priced from $795. Mission Road Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Morningside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Apartment Center | Basement One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Mission Road Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Southridge | Westport | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Roanoke Apartments | The 39th Street | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Park Hill Apartments | Corner Unit 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Locarno | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Casa Loma | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside, MO
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morningside area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Morningside apartment is the Renovated 2 Bedroom Model at Puckett Pointe starting at $1,110 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Roanoke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morningside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Brick House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Puckett Pointe | Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Paige Pointe Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Belleview | G1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Locarno | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Waldo Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Park Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Getting Around the Morningside Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Morningside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Morningside is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morningside?
The cheapest apartment in Morningside is Plaza Apartment Center which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Morningside costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morningside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Morningside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Morningside?
Cheap apartments in Morningside have an average cost of $106 which is $2,994 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Morningside.
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Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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