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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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1901 Olathe Blvd

Kansas CityKS66103

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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Eagle's Nest Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle's Nest Apartments

1400 N 38th AveKansas City, KS 66102
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Terrace Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Gardens

3100 Minnesota AveKansas City, KS 66102
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States View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

States View Apartments

5101-5117 Nebraska AveKansas City, KS 66102
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Springfield Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Springfield Park

3815 Springfield StKansas City, KS 66103
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Kansas City, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, KS

Pricing Updated: 09/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, KS area range in price from $595 to $23,100 with an overall median price of $1,779. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Santa Fe Industrial at $895, Bethel Welborn at $595, and Coronado at $595. 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
Santa Fe Industrial$1,100$89512
Bethel Welborn$1,225$59517
Coronado$1,225$59517
Riverview$1,325$8758
Argentine$1,350$73574
Kensington$1,395$87514
Northeast Kansas City$1,395$87527
Northwest$1,395$87518
Northwest Kansas City$1,395$82548
Quindaro Bluffs$1,395$82513

Cheapest Available Kansas City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kansas City, KS is a Studio unit found at The Falls in the Crestview neighborhood priced from $622. 3416 Wyandotte - Studio W in the Westport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The FallsS2Q - Income Limits ApplyStudio,1BA$622
3416 Wyandotte - Studio WStuW_0x1Studio,1BA$695
3721 Broadway3721 Broadway Blvd - 19Studio,1BA$695
Quality Hill TowersA2Studio,1BA$696
Suntree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
910 PennA31BR,1BA$740
Bethany Park PlazaBP 1X11BR,1BA$749
The Flats on 39thA11BR,1BA$750
Cambridge at River OaksSTStudio,1BA$765
Westport Central301w-0bdStudio,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2BR / 2BT Model at Windows Lofts (Residential) in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,658. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Hilltop Townhomes starting at $1,395 with a $1.00 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$1.10
Hilltop Townhomes4 Beds, 2 Baths4BR,2BA$1.00
Redwood Courts TownhomesRedwood3BR,1.5BA$0.90
Villa del Sol Apartments3 Bedroom TH***3BR,2BA$0.92
Brick House1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.85
Turtle Hill TownhomesTax Credit 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Fox Creek ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.08
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$0.85
Ellison ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.02
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10

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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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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kansas City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Kansas City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kansas City is under $775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kansas City?

The cheapest apartment in Kansas City is 910 Penn which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,779.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kansas City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 158 regular apartments in Kansas City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kansas City?

Cheap apartments in Kansas City have an average cost of $450 which is $1,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kansas City.

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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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.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.