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129 E Bridlespur Dr
$3251 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

129 E Bridlespur Dr

Kansas City, MO 64114
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Kansas City's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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3837 Main St
$795Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

3837 Main St

Kansas City, MO 64111
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Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, MO

Pricing Updated: 02/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, MO area range in price from $305 to $13,561 with an overall median price of $2,175. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ravenwood Somerset at $352, Ivanhoe Northeast at $885, and Lykins at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kansas City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ravenwood Somerset$352$35227
Ivanhoe Northeast$885$88530
Lykins$950$95023
White Oak$950$9506
The Hamptons$995$750252
Country Club Gardens$1,000$1,0005
Royal Oaks$1,000$74520
Richards Gebaur$1,012$675330
The Estates of Platte Valley$1,027$750424
Timber Park$1,027$750424

Cheapest Available Kansas City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments in the Sheffield neighborhood priced from $569. 3721 Broadway in the Westport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$569
3721 Broadway3721 Broadway Blvd - 4Studio,1BA$595
Unicorn ApartmentsSmall Efficiency Apartment!Studio,1BA$600
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Canyon Creek ApartmentsMidsize One Bedrooms1BR,1BA$615
Independence TowersStudioStudio,1BA$650
Smart Lofts on GladstoneStudioStudio,1BA$650
Hampton Court ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$650
Oxford CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$650
Jefferson Place East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO

As of February 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $0.66 price per square foot 4 bd w/basement Model at Green Village Townhomes in the in the Independence Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the Plan C Model at Chapel Oaks starting at $1,395 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Chapel Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kansas City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Green Village Townhomes4 bd w/basement4BR,1.5BA$0.66
Chapel OaksPlan C3BR,1.5BA$0.87
7800 Eby St, Unit 37800 Eby St1BR,1BA$0.50
TimberlineElm (3 Bedroom / 2 Bath)3BR,2BA$0.89
Ellison ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$0.80
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Candlelite Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.90
z-051524-Afton Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath2BR,2BA$0.88
Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!Two Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$0.90
Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.82

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Kansas City Overview

Kansas City, MO, is a vibrant metropolis in the American Midwest making life in Kansas City apartments the best. The city is bright, fun and modern, with a growing public transit system, an international airport, and well-maintained parks.

Why live in Kansas City, MO?

Kansas City is a major metropolitan city that has it all. From all-American steakhouses and football to farmers’ markets and museums, whatever is important to you, you’ll probably find it in Kansas City.

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Kansas City, MO

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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Getting Around Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 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 Kansas City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kansas City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kansas City is at White Apartments listed at $569.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kansas City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kansas City Apartment is $600 at Brookside Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kansas City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kansas City is starting from $750 at Stadium View Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kansas City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kansas City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Green Village Townhomes and starts from $970.

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