Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (229 Rentals)

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Wendell Phillips, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wendell Phillips Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wendell Phillips area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Courthouse Lofts priced from $678. z-123124-Studios on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Wendell Phillips apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$678
z-123124-Studios on BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$695
Harrison Village and Harrison HausHarrison Haus - The 3035Studio,1BA$695
Pendleton Heights Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$699
Maple Flats1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Old Town LoftsColumbia1BR,1BA$733
Del Montedelm0bA2Studio,1BA$745
Quality Hill TowersA91BR,1BA$748
Jazz HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
910 PennA41BR,1BA$779

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wendell Phillips, MO

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wendell Phillips area is the $0.87 price per square foot 2833 Olive St Model at 2833 Olive St in the in the Crown Center neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Wendell Phillips apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Ellison Apartments starting at $962 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Westport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wendell Phillips apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2833 Olive St2833 Olive St4BR,1BA$0.87
Ellison ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$0.80
3813 Central St, Unit 3S3813 Central St2BR,1.5BA$1.14
3415 Locust1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1.05
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.10
Midtown WestportTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!Two Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$0.90
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.81
Old Town LoftsColumbia1BR,1BA$1.12
Pendleton Heights Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wendell Phillips, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Missouri, including Kansas City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 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.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wendell Phillips Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wendell Phillips?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wendell Phillips is at z-123124-Studios on Broadway listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment is $678 at Courthouse Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wendell Phillips is starting from $779 at Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!.

What is the most affordable Wendell Phillips Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wendell Phillips Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa del Sol Apartments and starts from $1,683.

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