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Eastwood Crossings
7000 Crabapple LnKansas City, MO 64129
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Teal River Apartments
6000 Raytown RdKansas City, MO 64133
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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
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Bowen Tower
6140 Raytown RdRaytown, MO 64133
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Alta Village Apartments
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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Riss Lake, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riss Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riss Lake Studio Apartments | $839 | $600 | $1,456 |
| Riss Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $987 | $675 | $1,636 |
| Riss Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $725 | $1,774 |
| Riss Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,113 | $2,618 |
| Riss Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riss Lake Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Riss Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riss Lake area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $600. Bowen Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Riss Lake apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Bowen Tower | E1 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Eastwood Crossings | S1 | Studio,1BA | $744 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riss Lake, MO
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riss Lake area is the $1.30 price per square foot Unfinished Basement Model at Ayden Place in the in the Marlborough neighborhood starting from $1,905. The second greatest value Riss Lake apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Fairland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riss Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayden Place | Unfinished Basement | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Alta Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Teal River Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Williamsburg Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Villa Park Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Whispering Lake | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Eastwood Crossings | S1.PR | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiss Lake, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #217
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Riss Lake Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
18 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riss Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riss Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riss Lake is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riss Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Riss Lake is Oxford Commons which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Riss Lake costs $1,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riss Lake?
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 5 regular apartments in Riss Lake 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 Riss Lake?
Cheap apartments in Riss Lake have an average cost of $942 which is $563 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riss Lake.
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