2931 Jewett St
Kansas CityMO64117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Forest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Knollwood Apartments
4700 N Highland AveKansas City, MO 64116
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Briar Hill
4103-4205 NE Davidson RdKansas City, MO 64116
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Forest Park Apartments
4623 NE Winn RdKansas City, MO 64117
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The Retreat at Walnut Creek
1300 NE Parvin RdKansas City, MO 64116
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North Village
4763 N Highland AveKansas City, MO 64116
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2029 Swift St
North Kansas CityMO64116
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River Forest, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,867 | $1,101 | $3,453 |
| River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $695 | $4,728 |
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $875 | $5,732 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $1,393 | $2,315 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Forest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Forest area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Knollwood Apartments priced from $785. Forest Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Cambridge Commons | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Park Lofts | Walton | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, MO
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest 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 River Forest apartment is the Elsmore Model at Park Lofts starting at $1,432 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Scarritt Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 615 NE Woodlawn St | 615 NE Woodlawn St | 3BR,2BA | $0.70 |
| Park Lofts | Elsmore | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Briarcliff City Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Briar Hill | 2-1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| North Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Knollwood Apartments | 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Platinum | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Cambridge Commons | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| CityView | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Forest, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #146
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in River Forest, Kansas City, MO
North Kansas City High
North Kansas City 74 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1640)
5 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in River Forest, Kansas City, MO
North Kansas City High
North Kansas City 74 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1640)
5 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
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Getting Around the River Forest Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
16 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Forest is at The OxBow listed at $1,152.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $925 at Forest Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is starting from $1,025 at Knollwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 23rd and Swift and starts from $2,314.
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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.