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property at 2320 W 47th Ave

2320 W 47th Ave

Kansas CityKS66103

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Merriam Lane Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Merriam Lane Apartments

2807-2815 Merriam LnKansas City, KS 66106
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Hillcrest Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Village

930 N 34th StKansas City, KS 66102
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Kansas City, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, KS

Pricing Updated: 12/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, KS area range in price from $638 to $7,000 with an overall median price of $2,398. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest at $650, Quindaro Bluffs at $1,099, and Armourdale at $638. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kansas City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northwest$1,322$65010
Quindaro Bluffs$1,350$1,0996
Armourdale$1,497$63810
Kensington$1,497$6503
Turner$1,499$1,2955
Northwest Kansas City$1,597$63828
Riverview$1,695$63810
Victory Hills$1,790$7807
Fairfax$1,795$6508
Shawnee Heights$1,795$99511

Cheapest Available Kansas City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kansas City, KS is a Studio unit found at 3721 Broadway in the Westport neighborhood priced from $650. Quality Hill Towers in the Crown Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3721 Broadway3721 Broadway Blvd - 1Studio,1BA$650
Quality Hill TowersA3Studio,1BA$655
The FallsS2Q - Income Limits ApplyStudio,1BA$691
3416 Wyandotte - Studio WStuW_0x1Studio,1BA$695
z-103125-Harlow House - 3745 Warwick Blvd/210 E 38th StreetHrlw0x1Studio,1BA$699
910 PennA31BR,1BA$728
Suntree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
Villa del Sol Apartments1 Bedroom Garden***1BR,1BA$740
z-103125-Vanderbilt Place E 42ndVndrB1x11BR,1BA$745
Woodbridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$758

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2BR / 2BT Model at Windows Lofts (Residential) in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,679. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the Redwood Model at Redwood Courts Townhomes starting at $1,225 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Kensington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kansas City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windows Lofts (Residential)2BR / 2BT2BR,2BA$1.12
Redwood Courts TownhomesRedwood3BR,1.5BA$0.90
Brick House2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
Villa del Sol Apartments3 Bedroom TH***3BR,2BA$1.12
Turtle Hill TownhomesTax Credit 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Fox Creek ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.03
3817 Central St, Unit 1S3817 Central St2BR,1BA$1.08
AtlasOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.08
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
El Chaparral ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.08

Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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Kansas City, KS
Population: 152,958

Ranked #172

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kansas City, KS

Ranked #3

Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around Kansas City, KS

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kansas City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kansas City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kansas City is at 3721 Broadway listed at $650.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kansas City Apartment is $728 at 910 Penn.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kansas City is starting from $758 at Woodbridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kansas City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kansas City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbridge Apartments and starts from $898.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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