Your message has been sent! Thank you!

The Helm Apartments

Verified
This is a CoStar Verified® Listing

The Helm in Kansas City, KS is verified by CoStar’s® proprietary screening and fraud detection process, so you can shop and rent with confidence on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. Always protect yourself when shopping online.

(913) 354-7761
Check Availability
200 S James St, Kansas City, KS 66118

Contact

The Helm

200 S James St
Kansas City, KS 66118
(913) 354-7761
The Helm in Kansas City, KS - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $938-$1,610 Pricing
  • 373–1,329 Square Feet

Rent Specials

ONE MONTH FREE RENT & TWO MONTHS FREE PARKING!* Apply by 9/30 with NO SECURITY DEPOSIT!

About The Helm

Introducing The Helm, where a world of unparalleled luxury and riverside living awaits you. We invite you to be part of an exclusive group with access to this remarkable mixed-use community, the finest living spaces in Kansas City. The Helm offers 223 meticulously designed luxury apartments, ranging from chic studios to spacious two-bedroom retreats, all thoughtfully crafted with your comfort and style in mind.

The Helm is located in the Armourdale Neighborhood and 66118 Zip code of Kansas City, KS. This community is professionally managed by Flaherty & Collins, Inc

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Helm offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $938 and having 373–1,329 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

Cost CalculatorEstimate your monthly and one-time fees
  • Studio

    S2-1

    From $968

    Studio, 1 Bath, 373 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $968Available Now115373

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Unit 115 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $968
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $938 - $968

    S1-1

    From $1,030

    Studio, 1 Bath, 450 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,030Available Now131450
    $1,040Available Now233450
    $1,070 October 8, 2026465450

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,000 - $1,070

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,030 - $1,070

    Unit 131 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,030
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,000 - $1,070

    Unit 233 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,040
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,000 - $1,070

    Unit 465 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,070
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,000 - $1,070

    S1-2

    From $1,038

    Studio, 1 Bath, 491 sq ft
    Available Oct 9

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,038 October 9, 2026159491
    $1,058 October 9, 2026359491

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $998 - $1,058

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,038 - $1,058

    Unit 159 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • ADA Compliant

    Unit 159 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,038
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $998 - $1,058

    Unit 359 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,058
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $998 - $1,058

    S4-1

    Studio, 1 Bath, 414 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonS4-1414 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    S3-1

    Studio, 1 Bath, 608 sq ft
    Available Soon
    Largest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonS3-1608 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows
  • 1 Bedroom

    A1-1

    From $1,390

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 692 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,390Available Now246692
    $1,400Available Now308692
    $1,400Available Now352692

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,190 - $1,400

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,390 - $1,400

    Unit 246 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,390
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,190 - $1,400

    Unit 308 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,400
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,190 - $1,400

    Unit 352 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,400
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,190 - $1,400

    A1-2

    From $1,415

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 742 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,425Available Now303742
    $1,435Available Now405742
    $1,415 October 1, 2026203742

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,215 - $1,435

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,415 - $1,435

    Unit 303 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,425
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,215 - $1,435

    Unit 405 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,435
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,215 - $1,435

    Unit 203 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,415
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,215 - $1,435

    A4-1

    From $1,610

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 788 sq ft
    Available Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,610 October 1, 2026120788

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Unit 120 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,610
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,420 - $1,610

    A3-2

    From $1,555

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1014 sq ft
    Available Nov 7
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,555 November 7, 20263471014
    $1,565 November 7, 20264471014

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,490 - $1,565

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,555 - $1,565

    Unit 347 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,555
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,490 - $1,565

    Unit 447 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,565
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,490 - $1,565

    A1-3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 677 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonA1-3677 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    A2-2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 720 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonA2-2720 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    A2-1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 802 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonA2-1802 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    A3-1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 906 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonA3-1906 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows
  • 2 Bedrooms

    B1-1

    From $1,600

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1064 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,600Available Now2181064
    $1,610Available Now3091064
    $1,600 October 1, 20262531064

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,570 - $1,610

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,600 - $1,610

    Unit 218 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,600
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,570 - $1,610

    Unit 309 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • ADA Compliant

    Unit 309 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,610
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,570 - $1,610

    Unit 253 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,600
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,570 - $1,610

    B3-1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1092 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonB3-11092 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    B5-1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1095 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonB5-11095 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    B2-2

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1107 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonB2-21107 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    B2-1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1199 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonB2-11199 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows

    B4-1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1329 sq ft
    Available Soon
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available SoonB4-11329 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Windows
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Schedule a Tour

Request Tour
Call us at: (913) 354-7761 to request a tour.

Videos

3D Tours

Property Information

  • 223 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 2025

Lease Terms

  • 6 - 15 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Ask About Our Fees

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$150.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$150.00
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$150-$150
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$35.00
Restrictions:

No weight limit. Breed restrictions, yes but still tweaking that list. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Comments:

Max of 2.

Dog
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$150.00
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$150-$150
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$35.00
Restrictions:

No weight limit. Breed restrictions, yes but still tweaking that list. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Comments:

Max of 2.

Parking Fees

Garage
Parking DepositiCharged Per Vehicle.$0.00
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$75.00
Comments:

Surface Lot & Garage available. Surface Lot fee is $40, Garage fee is $75. Parking is available for rent on a first come first serve basis. Street and free surface lot parking available and open to public.

Surface Lot
Parking DepositiCharged Per Vehicle.$0.00
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$40.00
Comments:

Surface Lot & Garage available. Surface Lot fee is $40, Garage fee is $75. Parking is available for rent on a first come first serve basis. Street and free surface lot parking available and open to public.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Windows
Google Map

Map

200 S James St, Kansas City, KS 66118

Getting Around

  • 40 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 20 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 40 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 70 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Nightlife

    Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Parks

    Moderate amount of park space nearby

  • 10 / 100 Noise Level

    Many sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about The Helm

Where is The Helm located?

The Helm is located at 200 S James St near the Armourdale area of Kansas City, KS

What is the current rent range at The Helm?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Helm currently range from $938 to $1,610

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Helm are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at The Helm is: ONE MONTH FREE RENT & TWO MONTHS FREE PARKING!* Apply by 9/30 with NO SECURITY DEPOSIT!.

Renters Reviews and Ratings

1.0
4 Renters Reviews

Unsafe and Badly Maintained

August 7, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
Never before i have felt unsafe in my home. I live on ground floor and first there was a break in 5 weeks ago at 6am as a homeless person was prying open the bedroom window with a bar he grabbed from the planter of the same apartment and next thing i see a couple running after a guy with a crow bar in hand at 6:30am in broad day light. Turns out it was my neighbor and the guy was breaking in their bedroom window and when they heard it they came after him. What a pleasant Sunday Morning, the cops ...
came and we find out he broke in an another apartment in the same row through the patio window (totally smashed) and since no one was home he went through all their stuff. People partying at pool and trash everywhere on weekends and then Last Sunday morning 6:30am there were gunshots at pool and empty shells all around. That’s what happens when there is no policy on who can come in the building. It says 2 people , but i see people having a whole party there in the lobby area every weekend. You would expect some sort of on sight security. Anyone can throw a brick and get inside your apartment through the window on main floor , so convenient wow. I pay for 2 parking passes $75 each and last whole month the garage barriers were not even working so there was no safety guarantee. And still paying the fee when anyone can park in there for free. Oh and the never ending dog poop all on side walk, so any time i open my patio door (it faces the street) i’m welcomed with the “delightful” fragrance of fresh dog excretions and you have to be careful even crossing the side walk and avoiding dog poop. Lost almost 30 packages in 7 months here. I really love my apartment, and loved this place but everything is so badly taken care of, and the safety issues are just making me count my days till lease is over. Random fire alarms are very pleasant to wake up in middle of night or any time. I think they never vaccuum the hallways because i can see stuff there sitting for months. Trash pick up is totally luck if they do. Really disappointed as overall the structure is so great, if only it is well maintained and secured, it could be amazing. I had such high expectations but overall it’s Low quality construction, contemporary but cheap finishing. As my washer dryer and master bathroom shower would flood often oh and the washer trips every single time due to bad distribution of electricity load . Wonderful so well planned.
Read More

Property Manager Responded

August 8, 2026
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We apologize for the experience you had and want to work to provide a solution for you. Please feel free to contact us; We'd love to learn more about the situation and how we can fix it.

Worst Apartment I've ever lived in

July 28, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
This place has had so many issues from their car break ins, to their internet. They don't have security, and the internet will go out for days at a time. There have been issues with fights breaking out at the pool and what sounded like gunshots at the pool a few days ago. Management will not fix any of the issues, and some of the pool party people absolutely trashed the building, and management has not addressed the issue, or informed anyone of the dangerous community.

Property Manager Responded

July 30, 2026
We are so sorry we did not meet your expectations. We’d love to make this situation right and provide a solution that will result in a more positive experience. We hope to hear from you soon.

THIS IS NOT luxury living apartments!

July 2, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
Unfortunately, my experience with 'The Helm' has been less than ideal. Generic responses to security concerns are not reassuring. The ongoing electrical and internet outages, defective fire alarms that have caused multiple false alarms and anxiety with our support dog. Ongoing and escalating trash removal issue(which we pay monthly valet trash fees for). Car break in's, very little parking for residents or guests', recent break-in of level 1 apartment. Safety concerns with doors and windows ...
not functioning properly are just to name a few. UNTIL these issues are resolved by management who are slow to come to any decisions, even with immediate security issues at hand AVOID The Helm! THIS IS NOT luxury living apartments!
Read More

Property Manager Responded

July 21, 2026
We’d like to apologize for the negative experience you had with us. We’ve taken your feedback and will work hard to implement needed changes. We'd love to make things right! Please reach out to us at your earliest convenience.

Wouldn’t.

August 3, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
I have not enjoyed my time here so far, with it being a new apartment complex there is a decent amount of issues. From maintenance issues to the WiFi being inconsistent. The WiFi is bulk WiFi which cost more than fiber and is not consistent. Parking so far seems to be the biggest issue. There are no spots. Not really sure what the plan was as there are less than 50 spots total and the first floor has 51 rooms!

Nearby Schools

John Fiske Elementary School

Kansas City School District
625 South Valley Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (287 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
3/10

Rosedale Middle School

Kansas City School District
3600 Springfield Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (501 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
2/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
details
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on scale of 1 (below average) and to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider needs as part of the school selection process.

About GreatSchools Data on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Helm.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Belger Arts Center

2100 Walnut Street
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

Arabia Steamboat Museum

400 Grand Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

Union Station

30 West Pershing Rd
5 minute drive / 1.78 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

721 Paseo Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

Costco

241 E Linwood Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away

Walgreens

2850 State Ave
6 minute drive / 2.97 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Kansas City University - Kansas City Campus

1750 Independence Ave
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Kansas City Art Institute

4415 Warwick Blvd
8 minute drive / 3.94 miles away

University of Missouri, Kansas City - Volker Campus

5100 Rockhill Rd
10 minute drive / 4.85 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

721 Paseo Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

Save-A-Lot

2102 Metropolitan Ave
6 minute drive / 2.88 miles away

Hospitals

The Children's Mercy Hospital

2401 Gillham Road
4 minute drive / 2.03 miles away

Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill

2301 Holmes Street
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Center For Behavioral Medicine

1000 E 24th Street
4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Penguin Park

N Vivion Rd & N Norton Ave
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

Theis Park

Oak St. & 47th St
8 minute drive / 3.94 miles away

Loose Park

5200 Pennsylvania Ave
13 minute drive / 6.26 miles away

The Helm has 5 parks within 8.6 miles, including Penguin Park, Theis Park, Loose Park, Swope Park, and Worlds of Fun.

Restaurants and Dining

12 Baltimore

106 West 12th Street
4 minute drive / 1.39 miles away

Azul Bistro

1108 Grand Blvd
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Crayola Cafe

2450 Grand Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.91 miles away

Shopping Centers

Kansas City Power and Light District

1323-1333 Walnut St
4 minute drive / 1.51 miles away

Cambridge Business Park

Genessee St
4 minute drive / 1.64 miles away

City Market

110 E 5th St
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

The Helm has 5 shopping centers within 2.4 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Westside

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $968
View Rentals

Quality Hill

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $720
View Rentals

Westside South

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $662
View Rentals

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Kansas City Studio Apartments $1,269$595$3,926
Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,576$720$5,154
Kansas City 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,004$800$9,309
Kansas City 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,315$939$10,000+
Kansas City 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,450$1,450$1,450

Browse Top Apartments in Kansas City

Viewing: The Helm | Desktop Version | Listing Updated: 09/27/2026 | AHLDIA