Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS from $300 (65 Rentals)

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Cielo Apartments
Built in 20152 Bedroom Apartments

Cielo Apartments

4132 Fisher StKansas 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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Boulevard Lofts
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Lofts

800 Washington BlvdKansas City, KS 66101

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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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Highlands at Piper
Built in 20162 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highlands at Piper

4331 N 106th StKansas City, KS 66109

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Reverb
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$1,292 - $5,257Built in 2020Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Reverb

1800 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64108
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32 Central Apartments
Built in 2016Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

32 Central Apartments

3227 Central StKansas City, MO 64111
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Shawnee Senior Villas
Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shawnee Senior Villas

6275 Maurer RdShawnee, KS 66217
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Windridge Estates
Built in 20202 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windridge Estates

30 N 131st TerBonner Springs, KS 66012
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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 Quality Hill Towers which is listed at $659, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,667.

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 195 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 $464 which is $1,203 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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.