Cheap Homes for Rent in Jackson County, MO from $300 (175 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Jackson County.

property at 2021 S Harris Ave

$750

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$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

2021 S Harris Ave

IndependenceMO64052

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property at 10950 Glen Arbor Rd

$900

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$900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 6

10950 Glen Arbor Rd

Kansas CityMO64114

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property at 4513 Virginia Ave

$980

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

4513 Virginia Ave

Kansas CityMO64110

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Cheapest Available Jackson County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson County, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments in the Sheffield neighborhood priced from $569. Cimarron Apartments in the Blue Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$569
Cimarron ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$649
Paseo GardenStudioStudio,1BA$650
Canyon Creek ApartmentsMidsize One Bedrooms1BR,1BA$658
Smart Lofts on GladstoneStudio TopStudio,1BA$695
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$699
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$699
Jefferson Place East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Oxford CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, MO

As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson County area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3B 2.5B TH w/NB Model at GLENDALE TOWNHOMES in the in the Southern neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Jackson County apartment is the Brooklyn Model at Western starting at $1,400 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the 18th and Vine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
GLENDALE TOWNHOMES3B 2.5B TH w/NB3BR,2.5BA$0.94
WesternBrooklyn2BR,1BA$0.88
Green Village Townhomes3 bd w/o basement3BR,1.5BA$0.73
1105 SE Prairie Ln, Unit B1105 SE Prairie Ln3BR,1.5BA$0.89
Old Town Lofts2x22BR,2BA$0.83
Calico Farms2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.84
Emerald Hills Apartments2B2BR,1BA$0.96
Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.85
Oxford CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.86
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.95

Frequently Asked Questions about Jackson County

What type of rentals are currently available in Jackson County?

There are currently 2068 Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, MO with pricing that ranges from $525 to $13,561. There are also 598 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jackson County ranging from $265 to $35,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jackson County ranges from $265 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,268.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jackson County range from $898 to $13,561, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

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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