Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS from $300 (77 Rentals)

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The Hudson
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$1,468 - $3,272
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Built in 2025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Hudson

3600 Rainbow BlvdKansas City, KS 66103
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Mission Park Apartments
Built in 2016Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Park Apartments

4119 Mission RdKansas City, KS 66103
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Davidson's Landing
Built in 20232 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Davidson's Landing

703 N 65th StKansas City, KS 66102

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Eileens Place
Built in 20211 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eileens Place

7401 Armstrong AveKansas City, KS 66112
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Boulevard Lofts
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Lofts

800 Washington BlvdKansas City, KS 66101
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Highlands at Piper
Built in 20162 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highlands at Piper

4331 N 106th StKansas City, KS 66109

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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West Bottoms Flats
$1,080 - $3,447
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West Bottoms Flats

1515 W 9th StKansas City, MO 64101
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Alton Heights
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$1,190 - $6,363
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Alton Heights

4111 BroadwayKansas City, MO 64111
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Darby at Briarcliff
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$1,268 - $3,180
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Darby at Briarcliff

1600 NW 38th StKansas City, MO 64116
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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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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 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 $795.

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

The cheapest apartment in Kansas City is Old Town Lofts which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,641.

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 89 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 $356 which is $1,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kansas City.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.