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property at 2029 Swift St

$850

Studio Rentals

Available Now

2029 Swift St

North Kansas CityMO64116

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property at 5601 NE 80th Ter

$1,165

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

5601 NE 80th Ter

Kansas CityMO64119
property at 5620 NE 80th Ter

$1,165

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

5620 NE 80th Ter

Kansas CityMO64119

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Cheapest Available Clay County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay County, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Excelsior Village priced from $660. 1 Twenty Two at 63rd in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Excelsior VillageThe Ayers1BR,1BA$660
1 Twenty Two at 63rd1x11BR,1BA$695
PINEWOOD STUDIOSS2 RENOVStudio,1BA$750
Knollwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic1BR,1BA$785
TimberlineBirch (One Bedroom)1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO

As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay County area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at HarborTown Villas in the in the Englewood Estates neighborhood starting from $1,649. The second greatest value Clay County apartment is the 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HarborTown Villas2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Clayton Apartments3 Bed-1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.02
Kendallwood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
Excelsior VillageThe Cambridge3BR,1.5BA$1.00
Stoneside Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.14
726 NE 68th St, Unit 718726 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.10
Village Gardens Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.13
1 Twenty Two at 63rd1x11BR,1BA$0.92
TimberlineBirch (One Bedroom)1BR,1BA$1.14

Frequently Asked Questions about Clay County

What type of rentals are currently available in Clay County?

There are currently 231 Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO with pricing that ranges from $695 to $4,545. There are also 164 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clay County ranging from $335 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clay County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clay County ranges from $335 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,842.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clay County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clay County range from $1,066 to $4,545, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!