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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Summit Ridge Apartments
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$1,300 - $2,541
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Summit Ridge Apartments

701 NE Tudor RdLee's Summit, MO 64086
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Chateau Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Court

2001 Chateau DrHarrisonville, MO 64701
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Chelsea Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Apartments

15400 Bellaire AveGrandview, MO 64030

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Le Grand Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Le Grand Apartments

305 SE Grand AveLee's Summit, MO 64063
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Garden City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Garden City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Garden City, MO is a Studio unit found at Belton Heights in the Richards Gebaur neighborhood priced from $525. Grand Summit I/II in the Mill Creek Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garden City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belton HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$525
Grand Summit I/IIClassic Deluxe1BR,1BA$840
Chelsea Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$849
The Fairways at Grand Summit I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$865
Belton Crossing2BR /1BA2BR,1BA$895
The Lodge ApartmentsPartial Rehab2BR,1BA$950
Summit East Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Maple EstatesME - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,026
Blackwell LivingS1Studio,1BA$1,205
Cottages of Belton Apartments Senior Livingtwo bed2BR,1BA$1,219

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, MO and Nearby

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Eagle Creek in the in the Longview neighborhood starting from $1,729. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the E2+DEN - The Torreon Model at The Venue Townhomes starting at $1,825 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Santa Fe Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eagle Creek3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.27
The Venue TownhomesE2+DEN - The Torreon2BR,2BA$1.35
AUTUMN WOODS3B 2.5B TH3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Windsong TownhomesRenovated Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.35
Traditions TownhomesRidgewood2BR,2.5BA$1.26
The Manor Homes of Arborwalk ApartmentsThe Lancaster3BR,2BA$1.47
Cottages of Belton Apartments Senior Livingtwo bed2BR,1BA$1.27
The Lodge ApartmentsRehab Unit2BR,1BA$1.35
Summit East Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42
Belton Crossing2BR /1BA2BR,1BA$1.47

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden City Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment is $735 at Belton Heights.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garden City is starting from $835 at Belton Heights.

What is the most affordable Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Estates and starts from $1,557.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.