
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruskin Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Ruskin Heights, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruskin Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ruskin Heights Studio Apartments | $780 | $625 | $945 |
Ruskin Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $853 | $675 | $1,010 |
Ruskin Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $775 | $1,215 |
Ruskin Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
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Cheapest Available Ruskin Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ruskin Heights area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Jefferson Place East priced from $675. Oak Tree Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Ruskin Heights apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jefferson Place East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Oak Tree Square | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Blue Ridge Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin Heights, MO
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruskin Heights area is the $1.26 price per square foot 8302 E 111 Terrace Model at 8302 E 111 Terrace in the in the Ruskin Hills neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Ruskin Heights apartment is the two bedroom Model at Calico Farms starting at $925 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Red Bridge North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruskin Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8302 E 111 Terrace | 8302 E 111 Terrace | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Calico Farms | two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Oak Tree Square | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Prairie Walk | Sullivan | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Blue Ridge Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Meadowood Apartments | The Lakewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Arbors of Grandview | DOGWOOD | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Jefferson Place East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRuskin Heights, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #239
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Ruskin Heights Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
28 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruskin Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment is $675 at Jefferson Place East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruskin Heights is starting from $900 at Oak Tree Square.
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