
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Garden City, MO from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Apartments at Georgetown

Butler Meadows

Grand Summit I/II

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The Fairways at Grand Summit I/II
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Belton Crossing

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Robin Hills

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Summit East Plaza Apartments

Lakewood Terrace

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Encore

Blackwell Living

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509 Maier Dr

403 Holiday Dr

Summit Point Apartments

511 Sky Vue Dr

Chateau Court Apartments

218 N Crest Dr
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Le Grand Apartments

619 Willow Ln
Garden City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $695 | $1,317 |
| Garden City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $715 | $2,468 |
| Garden City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $895 | $2,900 |
| Garden City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,000 | $3,768 |
| Garden City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $1,495 | $2,818 |
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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. Butler Meadows in the South Outlying Bates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garden City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belton Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Butler Meadows | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Grand Summit I/II | Classic Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Chelsea Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| The Fairways at Grand Summit I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Belton Crossing | 2BR /1BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Maple Estates | Maple North 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| Apartments at Georgetown | 2x1 apt | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Lodge Apartments | Partial Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Summit East Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, MO and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $1.39 price per square foot Cedar Model at Chapman Ridge Townhomes in the in the Summit Mill neighborhood starting from $2,203. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Eagle Creek starting at $1,729 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Longview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Ridge Townhomes | Cedar | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Eagle Creek | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Venue Townhomes | E2B+DEN - The Torreon with Unfinished Basement | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Traditions Townhomes | Ridgewood | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Ascend | A1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Cottages of Belton Apartments Senior Living | three bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Apartments at Georgetown | 2x1 apt | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Lodge Apartments | Rehab Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Summit East Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Butler Meadows | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garden City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garden City is at Belton Heights listed at $525.
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 Cottages of Belton Apartments Senior Living and starts from $1,300.
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