Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS from $300 (83 Rentals)

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Cielo Apartments
Built in 20151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cielo Apartments

4132 Fisher StKansas 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

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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$1,159 - $7,421Built in 2023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1801 Diamond PkyNorth Kansas City, MO 64116
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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 $734, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,755.

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 156 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 $413 which is $1,342 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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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.

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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.